Romanian Deadlift vs Superman Row
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Romanian Deadlift more often — 12,198 sessions vs 2,116. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Romanian Deadlift and Superman Row and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Romanian Deadlift vs Superman Row: 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 2,116 for Superman Row.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Romanian Deadlift and Superman Row 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 Superman Row Differ
| What differs | Romanian Deadlift | Superman Row |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a barbell | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 12,198 sessions | 2,116 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 Superman Row
Superman Row Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Lift your chest and head while pulling your arms towards your collarbone.
- 2. Extend your arms forward and return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- Please be careful not to strain and lift your upper body.
For a full Superman Row guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Superman Row exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, Romanian Deadlift or Superman Row?
Planfit users log Romanian Deadlift more often — 12,198 sessions against 2,116 for Superman Row. 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 Superman Row need?
Romanian Deadlift needs a barbell, and Superman Row needs bodyweight only.
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