Smith Machine Lunge vs Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull
Which one fits your Leg workout plan?
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Planfit users log Smith Machine Lunge more often — 4,124 sessions vs 511. Compare Leg form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Smith Machine Lunge and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull and pick the one that fits your Leg workout.
Smith Machine Lunge vs Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Smith Machine Lunge more often — 4,124 sessions compared to 511 for Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Smith Machine 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 Smith Machine Lunge and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull Differ
| What differs | Smith Machine Lunge | Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | quads, hamstrings, and glutes | glutes, side delts, and hamstrings |
| Equipment | a machine | a kettlebell |
| One side at a time | Yes | No |
| Difficulty | 3 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 4,124 sessions | 511 sessions |
How to Do Smith Machine Lunge
Smith Machine Lunge Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Please lower down until the angle of both knees is 90 degrees.
- 2. Keep your chest open and your back straight as you return to the starting position.
- 3. Complete the repetitions on one leg and then proceed to the other side.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to lean your upper body forward.
- 2. When bending your knees, please be careful that the knee of the foot you step forward with does not go beyond the foot.
- 3. Please ensure that your center of gravity does not lean too far forward.
For a full Smith Machine Lunge guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Smith Machine 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, Smith Machine Lunge or Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull?
Planfit users log Smith Machine Lunge more often — 4,124 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 Smith Machine Lunge and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull work the same muscles?
Not quite. Smith Machine Lunge loads quads, hamstrings, and glutes, and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull loads glutes, side delts, and hamstrings.
What equipment do Smith Machine Lunge and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull need?
Smith Machine Lunge needs a machine, and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull needs a kettlebell.
Which is easier to start with?
Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull is the easier place to start. Move to Smith Machine Lunge once your form holds up.
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