Exercise Comparison
Alternating Hang Clean vs The Straddle
Side-by-Side
Muscle Analysis
Shared
Only in Alternating Hang Clean
Only in The Straddle
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.
The Straddle
Begin in a seated, upright position. Start by extending your legs in front of you in a V.
With your hands on the floor, lean forward as far as possible. Hold for 10 to 20 seconds.
Verdict
Both exercises target the hamstrings. Alternating Hang Clean is a intermediate exercise using kettlebells, while The Straddle is beginner and uses none. Choose The Straddle if you're looking for a more accessible option, or Alternating Hang Clean for a greater challenge.