Seated Row Machine vs Hanging
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Seated Row Machine more often — 16,586 sessions vs 486. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Seated Row Machine and Hanging and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Seated Row Machine vs Hanging: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Seated Row Machine more often — 16,586 sessions compared to 486 for Hanging.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Seated Row Machine and Hanging differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Seated Row Machine and Hanging Differ
| What differs | Seated Row Machine | Hanging |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a machine | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 16,586 sessions | 486 sessions |
How to Do Seated Row Machine
Seated Row Machine Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. While gathering your shoulder blades, naturally pull your arms.
- 2. Pull until your elbows are vertical.
- 3. Return to the starting position by fully extending your elbows while keeping your back straight.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to let your elbows flare out.
- 2. Please keep your chest open to avoid bending your waist.
For a full Seated Row Machine guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Seated Row Machine exercise guide.
How to Do Hanging
Hanging Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Grab the bar with both hands and hang.
- 2. Stretch your arms and elongate your upper body.
- 3. Hold for a certain amount of time and breathe.
Coach's Tips
- Be careful not to strain your wrists and shoulders when hanging.
For a full Hanging guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Hanging exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, Seated Row Machine or Hanging?
Planfit users log Seated Row Machine more often — 16,586 sessions against 486 for Hanging. Both train Back, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Seated Row Machine and Hanging need?
Seated Row Machine needs a machine, and Hanging needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Seated Row Machine is the easier place to start. Move to Hanging once your form holds up.
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