Superman Row vs Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Superman Row more often — 2,016 sessions vs 917. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Superman Row and Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Superman Row vs Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Superman Row more often — 2,016 sessions compared to 917 for Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Superman Row and Close Grip 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 Superman Row and Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown Differ
| What differs | Superman Row | Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | bodyweight only | a machine |
| Difficulty | 3 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 2,016 sessions | 917 sessions |
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.
How to Do Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown
Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Lower your elbows while facing forward.
- 2. Pull the bar until it touches your collarbone.
- 3. Slowly raise your arms to 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 up.
For a full Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, Superman Row or Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown?
Planfit users log Superman Row more often — 2,016 sessions against 917 for Close Grip 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 Superman Row and Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown need?
Superman Row needs bodyweight only, and Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown is the easier place to start. Move to Superman Row once your form holds up.
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