Exercise Comparison
Advanced Kettlebell Windmill vs Leg Pull-In
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.
Leg Pull-In
Lie on an exercise mat with your legs extended and your hands either palms facing down next to you or under your glutes. Tip: My preference is with the hands next to me. This will be your starting position.
Bend your knees and pull your upper thighs into your midsection as you breathe out. Continue the motion until your knees are around chest level. Contract your abs as you execute this movement and hold for a second at the top. Tip: As you perform the motion, the lower legs (calves) should always remain parallel to the floor.
Return to the starting position as you inhale.
Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
Verdict
Both exercises target the abdominals. Advanced Kettlebell Windmill is a intermediate exercise using kettlebells, while Leg Pull-In is beginner and uses bodyweight. Choose Leg Pull-In if you're looking for a more accessible option, or Advanced Kettlebell Windmill for a greater challenge. Leg Pull-In is a compound movement working multiple joints, making it better for overall strength. Advanced Kettlebell Windmill isolates the target muscle for focused development.