Glute Ham Raise vs Standing Leg Curl
Which one fits your Leg workout plan?
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Planfit users log Standing Leg Curl more often — 1,989 sessions vs 179. Compare Leg form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Glute Ham Raise and Standing Leg Curl and pick the one that fits your Leg workout.
Glute Ham Raise vs Standing Leg Curl: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Standing Leg Curl more often — 1,989 sessions compared to 179 for Glute Ham Raise.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Glute Ham Raise and Standing Leg Curl differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Glute Ham Raise and Standing Leg Curl Differ
| What differs | Glute Ham Raise | Standing Leg Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | hamstrings, glutes, and calves | hamstrings and calves |
| One side at a time | No | Yes |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 179 sessions | 1,989 sessions |
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.
How to Do Standing Leg Curl
Standing Leg Curl Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Engage the muscles in the back of your thigh and buttocks of the extended leg, and lift until your knee is at a 90-degree angle.
- 2. Lower only until your knee is fully extended while resisting the weight.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to fully extend your knees.
- 2. Please be careful not to lift your upper body.
For a full Standing Leg Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Standing Leg Curl exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Leg, Glute Ham Raise or Standing Leg Curl?
Planfit users log Standing Leg Curl more often — 1,989 sessions against 179 for Glute Ham Raise. Both train Leg, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Glute Ham Raise and Standing Leg Curl work the same muscles?
Not quite. Glute Ham Raise loads hamstrings, glutes, and calves, and Standing Leg Curl loads hamstrings and calves.
What equipment do Glute Ham Raise and Standing Leg Curl need?
Glute Ham Raise needs a machine, and Standing Leg Curl needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Standing Leg Curl is the easier place to start. Move to Glute Ham Raise once your form holds up.
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