Leg Raise Hip Lift vs Cable Hanging Leg Raise
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Leg Raise Hip Lift more often — 1,099 sessions vs 5. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Leg Raise Hip Lift and Cable Hanging Leg Raise and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Leg Raise Hip Lift vs Cable Hanging Leg Raise: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Leg Raise Hip Lift more often — 1,099 sessions compared to 5 for Cable Hanging Leg Raise.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Leg Raise Hip Lift and Cable Hanging 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 Leg Raise Hip Lift and Cable Hanging Leg Raise Differ
| What differs | Leg Raise Hip Lift | Cable Hanging Leg Raise |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | bodyweight only | a machine |
| Difficulty | 3 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 1,099 sessions | 5 sessions |
How to Do Leg Raise Hip Lift
Leg Raise Hip Lift Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Slightly bend your knees and lift your thighs until they are vertical to the floor.
- 2. At the last point, apply strength to your hands and lift your hips about 5cm.
- 3. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- If your back hurts, you can place your hands under your hips to prevent your back from arching.
For a full Leg Raise Hip Lift guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Leg Raise Hip Lift exercise guide.
How to Do Cable Hanging Leg Raise
Cable Hanging Leg Raise Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Extend your legs straight and lift them up.
- 2. Gently come down.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Keep your abdomen engaged to avoid bending your waist.
- 2. Raise your legs without any momentum.
- 3. Don't increase the weight excessively.
For a full Cable Hanging Leg Raise guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Cable Hanging Leg Raise exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Leg Raise Hip Lift or Cable Hanging Leg Raise?
Planfit users log Leg Raise Hip Lift more often — 1,099 sessions against 5 for Cable Hanging Leg Raise. Both train Core, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Leg Raise Hip Lift and Cable Hanging Leg Raise need?
Leg Raise Hip Lift needs bodyweight only, and Cable Hanging Leg Raise needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Leg Raise Hip Lift is the easier place to start. Move to Cable Hanging Leg Raise once your form holds up.
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