Leg Raise vs Reverse Crunch
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Leg Raise more often — 26,383 sessions vs 1,477. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Leg Raise and Reverse Crunch and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Leg Raise vs Reverse 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 1,477 for Reverse Crunch.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Leg Raise and Reverse 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 Reverse Crunch Differ
| What differs | Leg Raise | Reverse Crunch |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | abs and quads | abs |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 26,383 sessions | 1,477 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 Reverse Crunch
Reverse Crunch Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Bend your knees so that they are perpendicular to the ground while lying on the floor.
- 2. Engage your abs as if your knees are touching your chest and lift your hips up.
- 3. Hold this position for about 1 second, then slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- Be careful not to lift your lower back excessively off the floor, and focus on engaging your abdominal muscles.
For a full Reverse Crunch guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Reverse Crunch exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Leg Raise or Reverse Crunch?
Planfit users log Leg Raise more often — 26,383 sessions against 1,477 for Reverse 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 Reverse Crunch work the same muscles?
Not quite. Leg Raise loads abs and quads, and Reverse Crunch loads abs.
What equipment do Leg Raise and Reverse Crunch need?
Leg Raise needs bodyweight only, and Reverse Crunch needs bodyweight only.
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