Cable Crunch vs Hanging Leg Raise
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Hanging Leg Raise more often — 6,481 sessions vs 2,520. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Cable Crunch and Hanging Leg Raise and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Cable Crunch vs Hanging Leg Raise: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Hanging Leg Raise more often — 6,481 sessions compared to 2,520 for Cable Crunch.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Cable Crunch and Hanging Leg Raise differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Cable Crunch and Hanging Leg Raise Differ
| What differs | Cable Crunch | Hanging Leg Raise |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a machine | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 3 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 2,520 sessions | 6,481 sessions |
How to Do Cable Crunch
Cable Crunch Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Please bend your upper body so that your abdominal muscles can contract.
- 2. Imagine that your elbows are touching your thighs.
- 3. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- If you choose a weight that is too heavy, it will be difficult to control the exercise, so please select an appropriate weight.
For a full Cable Crunch guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Cable Crunch exercise guide.
How to Do Hanging Leg Raise
Hanging Leg Raise Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Keep your legs straight and lift them up to your waist.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- Since it's a high-difficulty exercise, please substitute it with leg raises if it's too difficult.
For a full Hanging Leg Raise guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Hanging Leg Raise exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Cable Crunch or Hanging Leg Raise?
Planfit users log Hanging Leg Raise more often — 6,481 sessions against 2,520 for Cable Crunch. Both train Core, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Cable Crunch and Hanging Leg Raise need?
Cable Crunch needs a machine, and Hanging Leg Raise needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Cable Crunch is the easier place to start. Move to Hanging Leg Raise once your form holds up.
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