Leg Raise vs Sit Up
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Leg Raise more often — 26,383 sessions vs 3,693. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Leg Raise and Sit Up and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Leg Raise vs Sit Up: 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 3,693 for Sit Up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Leg Raise and Sit Up 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 Sit Up Differ
| What differs | Leg Raise | Sit Up |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | abs and quads | abs |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 26,383 sessions | 3,693 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 Sit Up
Sit Up Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Please lift your upper body so that you can sit up straight.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. If you have pain in your lower back, avoid sit-ups and substitute with crunches.
- 2. When lifting your upper body, be careful not to overextend your lower back or pull your neck too much.
For a full Sit Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Sit Up exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Leg Raise or Sit Up?
Planfit users log Leg Raise more often — 26,383 sessions against 3,693 for Sit Up. Both train Core, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Leg Raise and Sit Up work the same muscles?
Not quite. Leg Raise loads abs and quads, and Sit Up loads abs.
What equipment do Leg Raise and Sit Up need?
Leg Raise needs bodyweight only, and Sit Up needs bodyweight only.
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