Hanging Leg Raise vs Side 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 244. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Hanging Leg Raise and Side Leg Raise and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Hanging Leg Raise vs Side 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 244 for Side Leg Raise.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Hanging Leg Raise and Side 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 Hanging Leg Raise and Side Leg Raise Differ
| What differs | Hanging Leg Raise | Side Leg Raise |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | abs | outer thighs and abs |
| One side at a time | No | Yes |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 6,481 sessions | 244 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 Side Leg Raise
Side Leg Raise Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Slowly lift your foot away from the floor.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- If it's too difficult, try doing it lying on your side without lifting your body.
For a full Side Leg Raise guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Side Leg Raise exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Hanging Leg Raise or Side Leg Raise?
Planfit users log Hanging Leg Raise more often — 6,481 sessions against 244 for Side Leg Raise. 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 Side Leg Raise work the same muscles?
Not quite. Hanging Leg Raise loads abs, and Side Leg Raise loads outer thighs and abs.
What equipment do Hanging Leg Raise and Side Leg Raise need?
Hanging Leg Raise needs bodyweight only, and Side Leg Raise needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Side Leg Raise is the easier place to start. Move to Hanging Leg Raise once your form holds up.
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