Leg Raise vs Decline Crunch
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Leg Raise more often — 26,383 sessions vs 2,842. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Leg Raise and Decline Crunch and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Leg Raise vs Decline Crunch: 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 2,842 for Decline Crunch.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Leg Raise and Decline Crunch 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 Decline Crunch Differ
| What differs | Leg Raise | Decline Crunch |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | abs and quads | abs |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 26,383 sessions | 2,842 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 Decline Crunch
Decline Crunch Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Please lift your upper body while keeping your back straight.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. If you lift your upper body excessively, it can strain your lower back, so please lift your upper body without letting your back rise.
- 2. If your neck hurts, support your head with your hands and relax your neck while proceeding.
For a full Decline Crunch guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Decline Crunch exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Leg Raise or Decline Crunch?
Planfit users log Leg Raise more often — 26,383 sessions against 2,842 for Decline Crunch. Both train Core, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Leg Raise and Decline Crunch work the same muscles?
Not quite. Leg Raise loads abs and quads, and Decline Crunch loads abs.
What equipment do Leg Raise and Decline Crunch need?
Leg Raise needs bodyweight only, and Decline Crunch needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Leg Raise is the easier place to start. Move to Decline Crunch once your form holds up.
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