One Leg Knee Up vs Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull
Which one fits your Leg workout plan?
Contents
Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull works multiple joints at once, One Leg Knee Up isolates — difficulty 2 of 5 vs 2. See which fits your Leg day.
Compare the benefits of One Leg Knee Up and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull and pick the one that fits your Leg workout.
One Leg Knee Up vs Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log One Leg Knee Up more often — 1,103 sessions compared to 511 for Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. One Leg Knee Up 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 One Leg Knee Up and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull Differ
| What differs | One Leg Knee Up | Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | quads, abs, and hamstrings | glutes, side delts, and hamstrings |
| Equipment | bodyweight only | a kettlebell |
| One side at a time | Yes | No |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 1,103 sessions | 511 sessions |
How to Do One Leg Knee Up
One Leg Knee Up Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Lift one knee forward and touch it with both hands.
- 2. Please do the same on the other side.
Coach's Tips
- Please be careful not to let your legs spread apart.
For a full One Leg Knee Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the One Leg Knee Up 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, One Leg Knee Up or Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull?
Planfit users log One Leg Knee Up more often — 1,103 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 One Leg Knee Up and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull work the same muscles?
Not quite. One Leg Knee Up loads quads, abs, and hamstrings, and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull loads glutes, side delts, and hamstrings.
What equipment do One Leg Knee Up and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull need?
One Leg Knee Up needs bodyweight only, and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull needs a kettlebell.
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