Box Jump vs Glute Ham Raise
Which one fits your Leg workout plan?
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Planfit users log Glute Ham Raise more often — 179 sessions vs 53. Compare Leg form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Box Jump and Glute Ham Raise and pick the one that fits your Leg workout.
Box Jump vs Glute Ham Raise: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Glute Ham Raise more often — 179 sessions compared to 53 for Box Jump.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Box Jump and Glute Ham Raise differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Box Jump and Glute Ham Raise Differ
| What differs | Box Jump | Glute Ham Raise |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | quads, hamstrings, and glutes | hamstrings, glutes, and calves |
| Equipment | bodyweight only | a machine |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 53 sessions | 179 sessions |
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.
How to Do Glute Ham Raise
Glute Ham Raise Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Use the thigh and glute muscles to lower your upper body until it is parallel to the floor.
- 2. Keep your core tightly engaged and raise your upper body back up.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Keep your chest up and engage your core to avoid bending your waist.
- 2. If your core strength is insufficient, do not push yourself to continue exercising.
For a full Glute Ham Raise guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Glute Ham Raise exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Leg, Box Jump or Glute Ham Raise?
Planfit users log Glute Ham Raise more often — 179 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.
Do Box Jump and Glute Ham Raise work the same muscles?
Not quite. Box Jump loads quads, hamstrings, and glutes, and Glute Ham Raise loads hamstrings, glutes, and calves.
What equipment do Box Jump and Glute Ham Raise need?
Box Jump needs bodyweight only, and Glute Ham Raise needs a machine.
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