Leg Raise vs Knees to Elbow
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Leg Raise more often — 26,383 sessions vs 347. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Leg Raise and Knees to Elbow and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Leg Raise vs Knees to Elbow: 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 347 for Knees to Elbow.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Leg Raise and Knees to Elbow 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 Knees to Elbow Differ
| What differs | Leg Raise | Knees to Elbow |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | abs and quads | abs |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 26,383 sessions | 347 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 Knees to Elbow
Knees to Elbow Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Place both hands behind your head and engage your core.
- 2. As you lift your upper body, touch one elbow to the opposite knee.
- 3. Slowly return to the starting position and repeat the same on the other side.
Coach's Tips
- When raising your knees, engage your core and be careful not to twist your body excessively.
For a full Knees to Elbow guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Knees to Elbow exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Leg Raise or Knees to Elbow?
Planfit users log Leg Raise more often — 26,383 sessions against 347 for Knees to Elbow. Both train Core, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Leg Raise and Knees to Elbow work the same muscles?
Not quite. Leg Raise loads abs and quads, and Knees to Elbow loads abs.
What equipment do Leg Raise and Knees to Elbow need?
Leg Raise needs bodyweight only, and Knees to Elbow needs bodyweight only.
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