Hip Abduction Machine vs Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull
Which one fits your Leg workout plan?
Contents
Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull works multiple joints at once, Hip Abduction Machine isolates — difficulty 2 of 5 vs 1. See which fits your Leg day.
Compare the benefits of Hip Abduction Machine and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull and pick the one that fits your Leg workout.
Hip Abduction Machine vs Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Hip Abduction Machine more often — 21,894 sessions compared to 511 for Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Hip Abduction Machine 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 Hip Abduction Machine and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull Differ
| What differs | Hip Abduction Machine | Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | glutes and outer thighs | glutes, side delts, and hamstrings |
| Equipment | a machine | a kettlebell |
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 21,894 sessions | 511 sessions |
How to Do Hip Abduction Machine
Hip Abduction Machine Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Please push while tightening your outer glutes.
- 2. Please return to the starting position while resisting the weight.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to overextend your legs.
- 2. Please be careful not to let your knees touch.
For a full Hip Abduction Machine guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Hip Abduction Machine 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, Hip Abduction Machine or Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull?
Planfit users log Hip Abduction Machine more often — 21,894 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 Hip Abduction Machine and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull work the same muscles?
Not quite. Hip Abduction Machine loads glutes and outer thighs, and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull loads glutes, side delts, and hamstrings.
What equipment do Hip Abduction Machine and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull need?
Hip Abduction Machine needs a machine, and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull needs a kettlebell.
Which is easier to start with?
Hip Abduction Machine is the easier place to start. Move to Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull once your form holds up.
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