Barbell Hip Thrust vs Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull
Which one fits your Leg workout plan?
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Planfit users log Barbell Hip Thrust more often — 1,544 sessions vs 511. Compare Leg form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Barbell Hip Thrust and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull and pick the one that fits your Leg workout.
Barbell Hip Thrust vs Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Barbell Hip Thrust more often — 1,544 sessions compared to 511 for Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Barbell Hip Thrust and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Barbell Hip Thrust and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull Differ
| What differs | Barbell Hip Thrust | Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | glutes, quads, and hamstrings | glutes, side delts, and hamstrings |
| Equipment | a barbell | a kettlebell |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 1,544 sessions | 511 sessions |
How to Do Barbell Hip Thrust
Barbell Hip Thrust Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Raise your pelvis until your shins are vertical and your body is parallel to the ground.
- 2. Return to the starting position while resisting the weight.
Coach's Tips
- 1. If you just lift the barbell, it may hurt, so please wrap it with a squat pad, towel, etc.
- 2. Please be careful not to let your knees come together.
- 3. Please be careful not to tilt your head back.
- 4. Keep your chest up and engage your core to avoid bending your back.
For a full Barbell Hip Thrust guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Barbell Hip Thrust exercise guide.
How to Do Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull
Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Move your hips back while lifting the kettlebell forward.
- 2. Push against the floor, applying pressure to the center of your feet.
- 3. When you are fully upright, lift the kettlebell to your sternum while keeping your chest open, then lower it.
- 4. Again, push your hips back and bend your knees to return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please keep your chest open so that your shoulders do not hunch forward.
- 2. Engage your core to prevent your back from rounding.
- 3. Be careful not to let your knees come together when standing up.
- 4. Do not excessively arch your back while trying to keep it straight.
For a full Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Leg, Barbell Hip Thrust or Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull?
Planfit users log Barbell Hip Thrust more often — 1,544 sessions against 511 for Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull. Both train Leg, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Barbell Hip Thrust and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull work the same muscles?
Not quite. Barbell Hip Thrust loads glutes, quads, and hamstrings, and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull loads glutes, side delts, and hamstrings.
What equipment do Barbell Hip Thrust and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull need?
Barbell Hip Thrust needs a barbell, and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull needs a kettlebell.
Which is easier to start with?
Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull is the easier place to start. Move to Barbell Hip Thrust once your form holds up.
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