Twist Superman vs Weighted Chin Up
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Twist Superman more often — 1,688 sessions vs 52. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Twist Superman and Weighted Chin Up and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Twist Superman vs Weighted Chin Up: 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 52 for Weighted Chin Up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Twist Superman 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 Twist Superman and Weighted Chin Up Differ
| What differs | Twist Superman | Weighted Chin Up |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | bodyweight only | a pull-up bar |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 1,688 sessions | 52 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 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, Twist Superman or Weighted Chin Up?
Planfit users log Twist Superman more often — 1,688 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 Twist Superman and Weighted Chin Up need?
Twist Superman needs bodyweight only, and Weighted Chin Up needs a pull-up bar.
Which is easier to start with?
Twist Superman is the easier place to start. Move to Weighted Chin Up once your form holds up.
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