Calf Raise vs Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull
Which one fits your Leg workout plan?
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Planfit users log Calf Raise more often — 1,215 sessions vs 511. Compare Leg form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Calf Raise and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull and pick the one that fits your Leg workout.
Calf Raise vs Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Calf Raise more often — 1,215 sessions compared to 511 for Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Calf Raise 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 Calf Raise and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull Differ
| What differs | Calf Raise | Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | calves, hamstrings, and glutes | glutes, side delts, and hamstrings |
| Equipment | bodyweight only | a kettlebell |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 1,215 sessions | 511 sessions |
How to Do Calf Raise
Calf Raise Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Please raise your heels as high as possible to contract your calf muscles.
- 2. Please hold while resisting the weight, making sure your heels do not touch the ground.
Coach's Tips
- 1. If it is difficult to maintain your balance, support yourself with your hand on a wall or object.
- 2. Since strain may be placed on your ankle or Achilles tendon (the tendon at the back of your calf and heel), do not lower yourself quickly, and if you feel pain, perform the exercise with just your body weight.
For a full Calf Raise guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Calf Raise 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, Calf Raise or Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull?
Planfit users log Calf Raise more often — 1,215 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 Calf Raise and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull work the same muscles?
Not quite. Calf Raise loads calves, hamstrings, and glutes, and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull loads glutes, side delts, and hamstrings.
What equipment do Calf Raise and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull need?
Calf Raise needs bodyweight only, 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 Calf Raise once your form holds up.
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