Superman Row vs Ring High Row
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Superman Row more often — 2,016 sessions vs 47. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Superman Row and Ring High Row and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Superman Row vs Ring High 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 47 for Ring High Row.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Superman Row and Ring High 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 Ring High Row Differ
| What differs | Superman Row | Ring High Row |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | 3 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 2,016 sessions | 47 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 Ring High Row
Ring High Row Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Pull your arms back naturally while squeezing your shoulder blades together.
- 2. Pull until your chest touches the ring.
- 3. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to let your elbows flare out.
- 2. Please keep your chest open to avoid rounding your back.
For a full Ring High Row guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Ring High Row exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, Superman Row or Ring High Row?
Planfit users log Superman Row more often — 2,016 sessions against 47 for Ring High 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 Ring High Row need?
Superman Row needs bodyweight only, and Ring High Row needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Superman Row is the easier place to start. Move to Ring High Row once your form holds up.
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