Side Lunge vs Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull
Which one fits your Leg workout plan?
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Planfit users log Side Lunge more often — 2,021 sessions vs 511. Compare Leg form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Side Lunge and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull and pick the one that fits your Leg workout.
Side Lunge vs Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Side Lunge more often — 2,021 sessions compared to 511 for Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Side Lunge 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 Side Lunge and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull Differ
| What differs | Side Lunge | Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | quads, glutes, and outer thighs | 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 | 2,021 sessions | 511 sessions |
How to Do Side Lunge
Side Lunge Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Move one foot to the side and shift your weight.
- 2. Bend the knee of the moved leg and keep the opposite leg straight.
- 3. Apply pressure to the center of the bent knee and slowly rise back to the starting position.
- 4. Repeat the same on the opposite side.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to lean your upper body forward.
- 2. Please make sure that your center of gravity does not shift too much to the side.
For a full Side Lunge guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Side Lunge 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, Side Lunge or Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull?
Planfit users log Side Lunge more often — 2,021 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 Side Lunge and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull work the same muscles?
Not quite. Side Lunge loads quads, glutes, and outer thighs, and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull loads glutes, side delts, and hamstrings.
What equipment do Side Lunge and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull need?
Side Lunge needs bodyweight only, and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull needs a kettlebell.
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