Barbell Hip Thrust vs Box Jump
Which one fits your Leg workout plan?
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Planfit users log Barbell Hip Thrust more often — 1,544 sessions vs 53. Compare Leg form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Barbell Hip Thrust and Box Jump and pick the one that fits your Leg workout.
Barbell Hip Thrust vs Box Jump: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Barbell Hip Thrust more often — 1,544 sessions compared to 53 for Box Jump.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Barbell Hip Thrust and Box Jump differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Barbell Hip Thrust and Box Jump Differ
| What differs | Barbell Hip Thrust | Box Jump |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a barbell | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 1,544 sessions | 53 sessions |
How to Do Barbell Hip Thrust
Barbell Hip Thrust Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Raise your pelvis until your shins are vertical and your body is parallel to the ground.
- 2. Return to the starting position while resisting the weight.
Coach's Tips
- 1. If you just lift the barbell, it may hurt, so please wrap it with a squat pad, towel, etc.
- 2. Please be careful not to let your knees come together.
- 3. Please be careful not to tilt your head back.
- 4. Keep your chest up and engage your core to avoid bending your back.
For a full Barbell Hip Thrust guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Barbell Hip Thrust exercise guide.
How to Do Box Jump
Box Jump Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Jump onto the box with both feet at the same time.
- 2. Jump back down with both feet at the same time and return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to touch the ground with one foot at a time when landing.
- 2. Please be cautious of ankle injuries when jumping.
For a full Box Jump guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Box Jump exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Leg, Barbell Hip Thrust or Box Jump?
Planfit users log Barbell Hip Thrust more often — 1,544 sessions against 53 for Box Jump. Both train Leg, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Barbell Hip Thrust and Box Jump need?
Barbell Hip Thrust needs a barbell, and Box Jump needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Barbell Hip Thrust is the easier place to start. Move to Box Jump once your form holds up.
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