Twist Superman vs Cable High Row
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Twist Superman more often — 1,688 sessions vs 651. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Twist Superman and Cable High Row and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Twist Superman vs Cable High Row: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Twist Superman more often — 1,688 sessions compared to 651 for Cable High Row.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Twist Superman and Cable 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 Twist Superman and Cable High Row Differ
| What differs | Twist Superman | Cable High Row |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | bodyweight only | a machine |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 1,688 sessions | 651 sessions |
How to Do Twist Superman
Twist Superman Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Lift your chest and feet while twisting your body to one side.
- 2. Return to the starting position and exercise the same way on the opposite side.
Coach's Tips
- Please be careful not to strain and lift your upper body.
For a full Twist Superman guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Twist Superman exercise guide.
How to Do Cable High Row
Cable High Row Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Grab the handle from the high position of the cable machine.
- 2. Pull your arms back and stabilize your upper body.
- 3. Slowly return to the original position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to strain your shoulders by fully extending your shoulders and arms.
- 2. Please be careful not to let your trapezius muscles rise along with it.
For a full Cable High Row guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Cable High Row exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, Twist Superman or Cable High Row?
Planfit users log Twist Superman more often — 1,688 sessions against 651 for Cable 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 Twist Superman and Cable High Row need?
Twist Superman needs bodyweight only, and Cable High Row needs a machine.
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