Romanian Deadlift vs Assisted Chin Up
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Romanian Deadlift more often — 12,198 sessions vs 733. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Romanian Deadlift and Assisted Chin Up and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Romanian Deadlift vs Assisted Chin Up: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Romanian Deadlift more often — 12,198 sessions compared to 733 for Assisted Chin Up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Romanian Deadlift and Assisted Chin Up differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Romanian Deadlift and Assisted Chin Up Differ
| What differs | Romanian Deadlift | Assisted Chin Up |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a barbell | a machine |
| Difficulty | 3 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 12,198 sessions | 733 sessions |
How to Do Romanian Deadlift
Romanian Deadlift Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Lower the barbell vertically to just below your knees while keeping it attached to your body.
- 2. As you go down, let your hips move back first and naturally bend your knees.
- 3. When coming up, straighten your knees first and bring your hips forward.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to let the barbell come away from your body.
- 2. Keep your arms straight so that your elbows do not bend.
- 3. Engage your core to prevent your back from rounding.
For a full Romanian Deadlift guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Romanian Deadlift exercise guide.
How to Do Assisted Chin Up
Assisted Chin Up Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Please pull your arms back until your chest touches the bar.
- 2. While bringing your shoulder blades together, naturally pull your arms back.
- 3. Slowly return to the starting position with your chest relaxed.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to lose your starting position when you come down.
- 2. Please go up using the strength of your shoulder blades, not your arms.
For a full Assisted Chin Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Assisted Chin Up exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, Romanian Deadlift or Assisted Chin Up?
Planfit users log Romanian Deadlift more often — 12,198 sessions against 733 for Assisted Chin Up. Both train Back, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Romanian Deadlift and Assisted Chin Up need?
Romanian Deadlift needs a barbell, and Assisted Chin Up needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Assisted Chin Up is the easier place to start. Move to Romanian Deadlift once your form holds up.
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