Glute Kick Back vs Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull
Which one fits your Leg workout plan?
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Planfit users log Glute Kick Back more often — 1,065 sessions vs 511. Compare Leg form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Glute Kick Back and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull and pick the one that fits your Leg workout.
Glute Kick Back vs Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Glute Kick Back more often — 1,065 sessions compared to 511 for Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Glute Kick Back 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 Glute Kick Back and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull Differ
| What differs | Glute Kick Back | Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | glutes and hamstrings | glutes, side delts, and hamstrings |
| Equipment | bodyweight only | a kettlebell |
| One side at a time | Yes | No |
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 1,065 sessions | 511 sessions |
How to Do Glute Kick Back
Glute Kick Back Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Extend one leg back and lift it up to head level.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
- 3. Please proceed one side at a time or alternately.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Keep your chest up to avoid bending your waist, and engage your core.
- 2. Be careful not to bend your elbows.
For a full Glute Kick Back guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Glute Kick Back 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, Glute Kick Back or Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull?
Planfit users log Glute Kick Back more often — 1,065 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 Glute Kick Back and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull work the same muscles?
Not quite. Glute Kick Back loads glutes and hamstrings, and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull loads glutes, side delts, and hamstrings.
What equipment do Glute Kick Back and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull need?
Glute Kick Back needs bodyweight only, and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull needs a kettlebell.
Which is easier to start with?
Glute Kick Back is the easier place to start. Move to Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull once your form holds up.
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