Romanian Deadlift vs One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Romanian Deadlift more often — 12,198 sessions vs 152. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Romanian Deadlift and One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Romanian Deadlift vs One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine: 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 152 for One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Romanian Deadlift and One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine 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 One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine Differ
| What differs | Romanian Deadlift | One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a barbell | a machine |
| One side at a time | No | Yes |
| Difficulty | 3 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 12,198 sessions | 152 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 One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine
One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Pass your elbows by your body and pull the handle towards your chest.
- 2. Feel the contraction of your latissimus dorsi and control it slowly.
- 3. Extend your arms and return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Be careful not to excessively arch your back.
- 2. Do not use excessive weight; proceed slowly and with control.
For a full One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine guide with alternatives and benefits, see the One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, Romanian Deadlift or One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine?
Planfit users log Romanian Deadlift more often — 12,198 sessions against 152 for One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine. 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 One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine need?
Romanian Deadlift needs a barbell, and One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Romanian Deadlift is the easier place to start. Move to One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine once your form holds up.
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