Seated Row Machine vs Low Row Machine
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Seated Row Machine more often — 16,586 sessions vs 3,112. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Seated Row Machine and Low Row Machine and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Seated Row Machine vs Low Row Machine: 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 3,112 for Low Row Machine.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Seated Row Machine and Low Row Machine 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 Low Row Machine Differ
| What differs | Seated Row Machine | Low Row Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Machine type | pin-loaded | plate-loaded |
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 16,586 sessions | 3,112 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 Low Row Machine
Low Row Machine Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. As you gather your shoulder blades, naturally pull your arms.
- 2. Pull your elbows back until they reach behind your body.
- 3. While maintaining an open chest, slowly extend your arms and return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- Please keep your chest out to avoid slouching your back.
For a full Low Row Machine guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Low Row Machine exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, Seated Row Machine or Low Row Machine?
Planfit users log Seated Row Machine more often — 16,586 sessions against 3,112 for Low Row Machine. 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 Low Row Machine need?
Seated Row Machine needs a machine, and Low Row Machine needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Seated Row Machine is the easier place to start. Move to Low Row Machine once your form holds up.
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