Front Kick vs Dumbbell Clean & Press
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Front Kick more often — 452 sessions vs 2. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Front Kick and Dumbbell Clean & Press and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Front Kick vs Dumbbell Clean & Press: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Front Kick more often — 452 sessions compared to 2 for Dumbbell Clean & Press.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Front Kick and Dumbbell Clean & Press differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Front Kick and Dumbbell Clean & Press Differ
| What differs | Front Kick | Dumbbell Clean & Press |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | abs and quads | front delts, quads, abs, side delts, hamstrings, glutes, calves, and biceps |
| Equipment | bodyweight only | a dumbbell |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 452 sessions | 2 sessions |
How to Do Front Kick
Front Kick Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Raise one arm above your head and lift the opposite knee.
- 2. Kick forward powerfully while straightening your knee. Lower your hands so that they can touch your toes.
- 3. Slowly return to the starting position.
- 4. Repeat the same on the opposite side.
Coach's Tips
- If you proceed at a fast pace, you can also achieve cardiovascular benefits.
For a full Front Kick guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Front Kick exercise guide.
How to Do Dumbbell Clean & Press
Dumbbell Clean & Press Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Lift the dumbbell to shoulder height using your lower body strength.
- 2. Then complete the press above your head.
- 3. Slowly lower it down.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Be careful not to let your waist bend during the clean.
- 2. Keep your core engaged so that your ribs don't lift during the press.
- 3. Absorb the impact gently when lowering the dumbbells.
For a full Dumbbell Clean & Press guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Dumbbell Clean & Press exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Front Kick or Dumbbell Clean & Press?
Planfit users log Front Kick more often — 452 sessions against 2 for Dumbbell Clean & Press. Both train Core, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Front Kick and Dumbbell Clean & Press work the same muscles?
Not quite. Front Kick loads abs and quads, and Dumbbell Clean & Press loads front delts, quads, abs, side delts, hamstrings, glutes, calves, and biceps.
What equipment do Front Kick and Dumbbell Clean & Press need?
Front Kick needs bodyweight only, and Dumbbell Clean & Press needs a dumbbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Front Kick is the easier place to start. Move to Dumbbell Clean & Press once your form holds up.
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