Twist Superman vs One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Twist Superman more often — 1,688 sessions vs 152. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Twist Superman and One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Twist Superman vs One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine: 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 152 for One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Twist Superman 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 Twist Superman and One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine Differ
| What differs | Twist Superman | One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | bodyweight only | a machine |
| One side at a time | No | Yes |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 1,688 sessions | 152 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 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, Twist Superman or One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine?
Planfit users log Twist Superman more often — 1,688 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 Twist Superman and One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine need?
Twist Superman needs bodyweight only, and One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Twist Superman is the easier place to start. Move to One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine once your form holds up.
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