Seated Row Machine vs Underhand Cable Lat Pulldown
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Seated Row Machine more often — 16,586 sessions vs 1,311. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Seated Row Machine and Underhand Cable Lat Pulldown and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Seated Row Machine vs Underhand Cable Lat Pulldown: 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 1,311 for Underhand Cable Lat Pulldown.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Seated Row Machine and Underhand Cable Lat Pulldown 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 Underhand Cable Lat Pulldown Differ
| What differs | Seated Row Machine | Underhand Cable Lat Pulldown |
|---|---|---|
| Machine type | pin-loaded | cable-driven |
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 16,586 sessions | 1,311 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 Underhand Cable Lat Pulldown
Underhand Cable Lat Pulldown Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Pull your arms back naturally while gathering your shoulder blades.
- 2. Pull until the bar touches your sternum.
- 3. Slowly raise your arms and return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to strain your shoulders by fully extending your shoulders and arms.
- 2. Please be careful not to let your trapezius muscles rise.
For a full Underhand Cable Lat Pulldown guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Underhand Cable Lat Pulldown exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, Seated Row Machine or Underhand Cable Lat Pulldown?
Planfit users log Seated Row Machine more often — 16,586 sessions against 1,311 for Underhand Cable Lat Pulldown. 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 Underhand Cable Lat Pulldown need?
Seated Row Machine needs a machine, and Underhand Cable Lat Pulldown needs a machine.
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