Glute Kick Back vs Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift
Which one fits your Leg workout plan?
Contents
Glute Kick Back is the easier place to start — difficulty 1 of 5 vs 2. Compare Leg form cues and when to progress.
Compare the benefits of Glute Kick Back and Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift and pick the one that fits your Leg workout.
Glute Kick Back vs Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift more often — 1,591 sessions compared to 1,065 for Glute Kick Back.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Glute Kick Back and Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift 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 Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift Differ
| What differs | Glute Kick Back | Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | bodyweight only | a dumbbell |
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 1,065 sessions | 1,591 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 Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift
Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Keep the knee joint fixed in an extended position and slowly bend your waist while stretching one leg back.
- 2. As you lower down, bring the dumbbell down close to your body.
- 3. Keep your gaze slightly forward.
- 4. As you lower your leg, slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to let your gaze drop to the floor.
- 2. Please be careful not to bend your knees excessively.
- 3. Keep your chest up and engage your core to avoid bending your back.
For a full Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Leg, Glute Kick Back or Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift?
Neither is clearly ahead — Planfit users log both at a similar rate. They both train Leg, so the choice comes down to the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Glute Kick Back and Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift need?
Glute Kick Back needs bodyweight only, and Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift needs a dumbbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Glute Kick Back is the easier place to start. Move to Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift once your form holds up.
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