Exercise Comparison
Advanced Kettlebell Windmill vs Elbow to Knee
Side-by-Side
Muscle Analysis
Shared
Only in Advanced Kettlebell Windmill
Instructions
Advanced Kettlebell Windmill
Clean and press a kettlebell overhead with one arm.
Keeping the kettlebell locked out at all times, push your butt out in the direction of the locked out kettlebell. Keep the non-working arm behind your back and turn your feet out at a forty-five degree angle from the arm with the kettlebell.
Lower yourself as far as possible.
Pause for a second and reverse the motion back to the starting position.
Elbow to Knee
Lie on the floor, crossing your right leg across your bent left knee. Clasp your hands behind your head, beginning with your shoulder blades on the ground. This will be your starting position.
Perform the motion by flexing the spine and rotating your torso to bring the left elbow to the right knee.
Return to the starting position and repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions before switching sides.
Verdict
Both exercises target the abdominals. Advanced Kettlebell Windmill is a intermediate exercise using kettlebells, while Elbow to Knee is beginner and uses bodyweight. Choose Elbow to Knee if you're looking for a more accessible option, or Advanced Kettlebell Windmill for a greater challenge. Elbow to Knee is a compound movement working multiple joints, making it better for overall strength. Advanced Kettlebell Windmill isolates the target muscle for focused development.