T-Bar Row vs Prone W Raise
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log T-Bar Row more often — 3,618 sessions vs 518. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of T-Bar Row and Prone W Raise and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
T-Bar Row vs Prone W Raise: 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 518 for Prone W Raise.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. T-Bar Row and Prone W Raise 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 Prone W Raise Differ
| What differs | T-Bar Row | Prone W Raise |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | back, traps, and biceps | traps and rear delts |
| Equipment | a machine | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 3,618 sessions | 518 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 Prone W Raise
Prone W Raise Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Fold your shoulder blades and lift your arms.
- 2. Slowly lower your arms and return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Be careful not to let the back of your neck or the tops of your shoulders rise up.
- 2. Keep your shoulders away from your ears and exercise with the feeling of pulling your shoulder blades downward to use your back muscles more precisely.
For a full Prone W Raise guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Prone W Raise exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, T-Bar Row or Prone W Raise?
Planfit users log T-Bar Row more often — 3,618 sessions against 518 for Prone W Raise. Both train Back, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do T-Bar Row and Prone W Raise work the same muscles?
Not quite. T-Bar Row loads back, traps, and biceps, and Prone W Raise loads traps and rear delts.
What equipment do T-Bar Row and Prone W Raise need?
T-Bar Row needs a machine, and Prone W Raise needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Prone W Raise is the easier place to start. Move to T-Bar Row once your form holds up.
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