Hip Abduction Machine vs Glute Ham Raise
Which one fits your Leg workout plan?
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Planfit users log Hip Abduction Machine more often — 21,894 sessions vs 179. Compare Leg form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Hip Abduction Machine and Glute Ham Raise and pick the one that fits your Leg workout.
Hip Abduction Machine vs Glute Ham Raise: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Hip Abduction Machine more often — 21,894 sessions compared to 179 for Glute Ham Raise.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Hip Abduction Machine and Glute Ham Raise differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Hip Abduction Machine and Glute Ham Raise Differ
| What differs | Hip Abduction Machine | Glute Ham Raise |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | glutes and outer thighs | hamstrings, glutes, and calves |
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 21,894 sessions | 179 sessions |
How to Do Hip Abduction Machine
Hip Abduction Machine Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Please push while tightening your outer glutes.
- 2. Please return to the starting position while resisting the weight.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to overextend your legs.
- 2. Please be careful not to let your knees touch.
For a full Hip Abduction Machine guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Hip Abduction Machine exercise guide.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Leg, Hip Abduction Machine or Glute Ham Raise?
Planfit users log Hip Abduction Machine more often — 21,894 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 Hip Abduction Machine and Glute Ham Raise work the same muscles?
Not quite. Hip Abduction Machine loads glutes and outer thighs, and Glute Ham Raise loads hamstrings, glutes, and calves.
What equipment do Hip Abduction Machine and Glute Ham Raise need?
Hip Abduction Machine needs a machine, and Glute Ham Raise needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Hip Abduction Machine is the easier place to start. Move to Glute Ham Raise once your form holds up.
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