Superman Row vs Weighted Chin Up
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Superman Row more often — 2,016 sessions vs 52. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Superman Row and Weighted Chin Up and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Superman Row vs Weighted Chin Up: 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 52 for Weighted Chin Up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Superman Row and Weighted Chin Up 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 Weighted Chin Up Differ
| What differs | Superman Row | Weighted Chin Up |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | bodyweight only | a pull-up bar |
| Difficulty | 3 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 2,016 sessions | 52 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 Weighted Chin Up
Weighted Chin Up Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Please pull your arms back until your chest touches the bar.
- 2. While bringing your shoulder blades together, naturally pull your arms back.
- 3. Slowly return to the starting position with your chest relaxed.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to lose your starting position when you come down.
- 2. Please rise using the strength of your shoulder blades, not your arms.
For a full Weighted Chin Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Weighted Chin Up exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, Superman Row or Weighted Chin Up?
Planfit users log Superman Row more often — 2,016 sessions against 52 for Weighted Chin Up. 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 Weighted Chin Up need?
Superman Row needs bodyweight only, and Weighted Chin Up needs a pull-up bar.
Which is easier to start with?
Superman Row is the easier place to start. Move to Weighted Chin Up once your form holds up.
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