Leg Raise vs Cable Woodchopper
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Leg Raise more often — 26,383 sessions vs 184. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Leg Raise and Cable Woodchopper and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Leg Raise vs Cable Woodchopper: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Leg Raise more often — 26,383 sessions compared to 184 for Cable Woodchopper.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Leg Raise and Cable Woodchopper 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 and Cable Woodchopper Differ
| What differs | Leg Raise | Cable Woodchopper |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | bodyweight only | a machine |
| One side at a time | No | Yes |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 26,383 sessions | 184 sessions |
How to Do Leg Raise
Leg Raise Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Slightly bend your knees and lift your legs so that they are vertical to the floor.
- 2. 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 guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Leg Raise exercise guide.
How to Do Cable Woodchopper
Cable Woodchopper Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Pull diagonally downwards as if chopping a tree from top to bottom.
- 2. Rotate the pelvis and upper body together, and slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Don't just twist your waist; rotate with your core and hips.
- 2. Proceed with a manageable weight that you can control without momentum.
For a full Cable Woodchopper guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Cable Woodchopper exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Leg Raise or Cable Woodchopper?
Planfit users log Leg Raise more often — 26,383 sessions against 184 for Cable Woodchopper. 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 and Cable Woodchopper need?
Leg Raise needs bodyweight only, and Cable Woodchopper needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Leg Raise is the easier place to start. Move to Cable Woodchopper once your form holds up.
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