Hanging Leg Raise vs Mountain Climber
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Hanging Leg Raise more often — 6,481 sessions vs 1,794. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Hanging Leg Raise and Mountain Climber and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Hanging Leg Raise vs Mountain Climber: 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 1,794 for Mountain Climber.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Hanging Leg Raise and Mountain Climber 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 Mountain Climber Differ
| What differs | Hanging Leg Raise | Mountain Climber |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | abs | abs, quads, and glutes |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 6,481 sessions | 1,794 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 Mountain Climber
Mountain Climber Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Spread your arms shoulder-width apart and lie face down, lightly engaging your core to create a straight line with your body.
- 2. While keeping one foot off the ground, pull your knee towards your chest.
- 3. As you return the lifted foot to its original position, lift the opposite foot and pull its knee towards your chest, repeating the process.
Coach's Tips
- This exercise is done quickly to achieve the effects of aerobic exercise rather than slowly feeling the stimulation. Try to perform it at a slightly faster tempo than other exercises.
For a full Mountain Climber guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Mountain Climber exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Hanging Leg Raise or Mountain Climber?
Planfit users log Hanging Leg Raise more often — 6,481 sessions against 1,794 for Mountain Climber. Both train Core, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Hanging Leg Raise and Mountain Climber work the same muscles?
Not quite. Hanging Leg Raise loads abs, and Mountain Climber loads abs, quads, and glutes.
What equipment do Hanging Leg Raise and Mountain Climber need?
Hanging Leg Raise needs bodyweight only, and Mountain Climber needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Mountain Climber is the easier place to start. Move to Hanging Leg Raise once your form holds up.
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