Barbell Stiff Leg Deadlift vs Pendulum Squat
Which one fits your Leg workout plan?
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Planfit users log Barbell Stiff Leg Deadlift more often — 4,437 sessions vs 318. Compare Leg form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Barbell Stiff Leg Deadlift and Pendulum Squat and pick the one that fits your Leg workout.
Barbell Stiff Leg Deadlift vs Pendulum Squat: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Barbell Stiff Leg Deadlift more often — 4,437 sessions compared to 318 for Pendulum Squat.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Barbell Stiff Leg Deadlift and Pendulum Squat differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Barbell Stiff Leg Deadlift and Pendulum Squat Differ
| What differs | Barbell Stiff Leg Deadlift | Pendulum Squat |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a barbell | a machine |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 4,437 sessions | 318 sessions |
How to Do Barbell Stiff Leg Deadlift
Barbell Stiff Leg Deadlift Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Keep the knee joint fixed in an extended position and slowly bend your waist.
- 2. When going down, lower the barbell close to your body.
- 3. Keep your gaze slightly forward.
- 4. Slowly return to the starting position while straightening your back.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to let your gaze go towards the floor.
- 2. Please be careful not to excessively bend your knees.
- 3. Keep your chest up and engage your core to avoid bending your back.
For a full Barbell Stiff Leg Deadlift guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Barbell Stiff Leg Deadlift exercise guide.
How to Do Pendulum Squat
Pendulum Squat Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Slowly lower yourself down into a deep squat by bending your knees and hips together.
- 2. When your thighs are parallel to the floor or lower, please pause for a moment.
- 3. Push the floor with the entire foot to straighten your legs and slowly rise back to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to let your knees come too far inward or your toes extend too much.
- 2. Engage your core to prevent your back from excessively bending or twisting, and start with a weight that allows you to maintain proper form rather than a very heavy one.
For a full Pendulum Squat guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Pendulum Squat exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Leg, Barbell Stiff Leg Deadlift or Pendulum Squat?
Planfit users log Barbell Stiff Leg Deadlift more often — 4,437 sessions against 318 for Pendulum Squat. Both train Leg, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Barbell Stiff Leg Deadlift and Pendulum Squat need?
Barbell Stiff Leg Deadlift needs a barbell, and Pendulum Squat needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Barbell Stiff Leg Deadlift is the easier place to start. Move to Pendulum Squat once your form holds up.
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