Superman Row vs One Arm Kettlebell Row
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Superman Row more often — 2,016 sessions vs 391. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Superman Row and One Arm Kettlebell Row and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Superman Row vs One Arm Kettlebell Row: 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 391 for One Arm Kettlebell Row.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Superman Row and One Arm Kettlebell Row 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 One Arm Kettlebell Row Differ
| What differs | Superman Row | One Arm Kettlebell Row |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | bodyweight only | a kettlebell |
| One side at a time | No | Yes |
| Difficulty | 3 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 2,016 sessions | 391 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 One Arm Kettlebell Row
One Arm Kettlebell Row Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Pull the arm holding the kettlebell.
- 2. Keep your elbow close to your side and pull until your elbow is vertical.
- 3. Slowly lower it until your elbow is fully extended and return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to let your elbows flare out.
- 2. Please keep your chest up to avoid rounding your back.
For a full One Arm Kettlebell Row guide with alternatives and benefits, see the One Arm Kettlebell Row exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, Superman Row or One Arm Kettlebell Row?
Planfit users log Superman Row more often — 2,016 sessions against 391 for One Arm Kettlebell Row. 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 One Arm Kettlebell Row need?
Superman Row needs bodyweight only, and One Arm Kettlebell Row needs a kettlebell.
Which is easier to start with?
One Arm Kettlebell Row is the easier place to start. Move to Superman Row once your form holds up.
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