Exercise Comparison
Alternating Hang Clean vs Seated Hamstring
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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.
Seated Hamstring
In a seated position with your legs extended, have your partner stand behind you. Now, lean forward as your partner braces your shoulders with their hands. This will be your starting position.
Attempt to push your torso back for 10-20 seconds, as your partner prevents any actual movement of your torso.
Now relax your muscles as your partner increases the stretch by gently pushing your torso forward for 10-20 seconds.
Verdict
Both exercises target the hamstrings. Alternating Hang Clean is a intermediate exercise using kettlebells, while Seated Hamstring is expert and uses none. Choose Alternating Hang Clean if you're looking for a more accessible option, or Seated Hamstring for a greater challenge.