T-Bar Row vs One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log T-Bar Row more often — 3,618 sessions vs 152. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of T-Bar Row and One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
T-Bar Row vs One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log T-Bar Row more often — 3,618 sessions compared to 152 for One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. T-Bar Row and One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How T-Bar Row and One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine Differ
| What differs | T-Bar Row | One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine |
|---|---|---|
| One side at a time | No | Yes |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 3,618 sessions | 152 sessions |
How to Do T-Bar Row
T-Bar Row Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. While gathering your shoulder blades, gently pull your arms.
- 2. Pull your elbows back until they reach behind your body.
- 3. Maintain an open chest position and slowly extend your arms to return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Open your chest and brace your abs to keep your torso stable, making sure your lower back does not round.
- 2. Using momentum can strain your lower back, so perform the movement slowly and in a controlled manner.
For a full T-Bar Row guide with alternatives and benefits, see the T-Bar Row exercise guide.
How to Do One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine
One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Pass your elbows by your body and pull the handle towards your chest.
- 2. Feel the contraction of your latissimus dorsi and control it slowly.
- 3. Extend your arms and return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Be careful not to excessively arch your back.
- 2. Do not use excessive weight; proceed slowly and with control.
For a full One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine guide with alternatives and benefits, see the One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, T-Bar Row or One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine?
Planfit users log T-Bar Row more often — 3,618 sessions against 152 for One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine. Both train Back, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do T-Bar Row and One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine need?
T-Bar Row needs a machine, and One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
T-Bar Row is the easier place to start. Move to One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine once your form holds up.
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