Hanging Leg Raise vs Knees to Elbow
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Hanging Leg Raise more often — 6,481 sessions vs 347. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Hanging Leg Raise and Knees to Elbow and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Hanging Leg Raise vs Knees to Elbow: 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 347 for Knees to Elbow.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Hanging Leg Raise and Knees to Elbow differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Hanging Leg Raise and Knees to Elbow Differ
| What differs | Hanging Leg Raise | Knees to Elbow |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 6,481 sessions | 347 sessions |
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.
How to Do Knees to Elbow
Knees to Elbow Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Place both hands behind your head and engage your core.
- 2. As you lift your upper body, touch one elbow to the opposite knee.
- 3. Slowly return to the starting position and repeat the same on the other side.
Coach's Tips
- When raising your knees, engage your core and be careful not to twist your body excessively.
For a full Knees to Elbow guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Knees to Elbow exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Hanging Leg Raise or Knees to Elbow?
Planfit users log Hanging Leg Raise more often — 6,481 sessions against 347 for Knees to Elbow. Both train Core, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Hanging Leg Raise and Knees to Elbow need?
Hanging Leg Raise needs bodyweight only, and Knees to Elbow needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Knees to Elbow is the easier place to start. Move to Hanging Leg Raise once your form holds up.
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