Barbell Lunge vs Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull
Which one fits your Leg workout plan?
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Planfit users log Barbell Lunge more often — 1,367 sessions vs 511. Compare Leg form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Barbell Lunge and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull and pick the one that fits your Leg workout.
Barbell Lunge vs Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Barbell Lunge more often — 1,367 sessions compared to 511 for Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Barbell Lunge 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 Lunge and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull Differ
| What differs | Barbell Lunge | Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | quads, hamstrings, and glutes | glutes, side delts, and hamstrings |
| Equipment | a barbell | a kettlebell |
| One side at a time | Yes | No |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 1,367 sessions | 511 sessions |
How to Do Barbell Lunge
Barbell Lunge Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Step one foot forward and lower yourself until the angle of both knees is 90 degrees.
- 2. Keep your chest open and your back straight as you return to the starting position.
- 3. Switch legs and perform the same on the opposite side.
- 4. Proceed one side at a time or alternate between sides.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to lean your upper body forward.
- 2. When bending your knees, please make sure that the knee of the foot you step forward with does not go beyond the foot.
- 3. Please ensure that your center of gravity does not lean too far forward.
For a full Barbell Lunge guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Barbell Lunge 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 Lunge or Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull?
Planfit users log Barbell Lunge more often — 1,367 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 Lunge and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull work the same muscles?
Not quite. Barbell Lunge loads quads, hamstrings, and glutes, and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull loads glutes, side delts, and hamstrings.
What equipment do Barbell Lunge and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull need?
Barbell Lunge 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 Lunge once your form holds up.
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