Seated Row Machine vs One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Seated Row Machine more often — 16,586 sessions vs 152. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Seated Row Machine and One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Seated Row Machine vs One Arm Wide Pulldown 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 152 for One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Seated Row Machine 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 Seated Row Machine and One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine Differ
| What differs | Seated Row Machine | One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Machine type | pin-loaded | plate-loaded |
| One side at a time | No | Yes |
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 16,586 sessions | 152 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 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, Seated Row Machine or One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine?
Planfit users log Seated Row Machine more often — 16,586 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 Seated Row Machine and One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine need?
Seated Row Machine needs a machine, and One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Seated Row Machine is the easier place to start. Move to One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine once your form holds up.
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