Exercise Comparison
Alternating Hang Clean vs Platform Hamstring Slides
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Instructions
Alternating Hang Clean
Place two kettlebells between your feet. To get in the starting position, push your butt back and look straight ahead.
Clean one kettlebell to your shoulder and hold on to the other kettlebell in a hanging position. Clean the kettlebell to your shoulder by extending through the legs and hips as you pull the kettlebell towards your shoulders. Rotate your wrist as you do so.
Lower the cleaned kettlebell to a hanging position and clean the alternate kettlebell. Repeat.
Platform Hamstring Slides
For this movement a wooden floor or similar is needed. Lay on your back with your legs extended. Place a gym towel or a light weight underneath your heel. This will be your starting position.
Begin the movement by flexing the knee, keeping your other leg straight.
Continue bringing the heel closer to you, sliding it on the floor.
At full knee flexion, reverse the movement to return to the starting position.
Verdict
Both exercises target the hamstrings. Alternating Hang Clean is a intermediate exercise using kettlebells, while Platform Hamstring Slides is beginner and uses other. Choose Platform Hamstring Slides if you're looking for a more accessible option, or Alternating Hang Clean for a greater challenge. Alternating Hang Clean is a compound movement working multiple joints, making it better for overall strength. Platform Hamstring Slides isolates the target muscle for focused development.