Renegade Row vs Kettlebell Deadlift
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Kettlebell Deadlift more often — 627 sessions vs 124. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Renegade Row and Kettlebell Deadlift and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Renegade Row vs Kettlebell Deadlift: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Kettlebell Deadlift more often — 627 sessions compared to 124 for Renegade Row.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Renegade Row and Kettlebell Deadlift differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Renegade Row and Kettlebell Deadlift Differ
| What differs | Renegade Row | Kettlebell Deadlift |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a kettlebell |
| One side at a time | Yes | No |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 124 sessions | 627 sessions |
How to Do Renegade Row
Renegade Row Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Please lift the dumbbell alternately with both arms.
- 2. Raise it until your elbows are vertical.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to let your elbows flare out excessively.
- 2. Please maintain core strength to prevent your back from bending.
For a full Renegade Row guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Renegade Row exercise guide.
How to Do Kettlebell Deadlift
Kettlebell Deadlift Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. First, push your hips back while naturally bending your knees to go down.
- 2. When coming up, straighten your knees first while keeping your weight on the center of your feet and bring your hips forward.
- 3. When you are fully upright, puff out your chest and contract your entire back.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please keep your chest open so that your shoulders do not hunch forward.
- 2. Engage your core to prevent your lower back from rounding.
For a full Kettlebell Deadlift guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Kettlebell Deadlift exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, Renegade Row or Kettlebell Deadlift?
Planfit users log Kettlebell Deadlift more often — 627 sessions against 124 for Renegade Row. Both train Back, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Renegade Row and Kettlebell Deadlift need?
Renegade Row needs a dumbbell, and Kettlebell Deadlift needs a kettlebell.
Which is easier to start with?
Kettlebell Deadlift is the easier place to start. Move to Renegade Row once your form holds up.
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