One Leg Knee Up vs Box Jump
Which one fits your Leg workout plan?
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Planfit users log One Leg Knee Up more often — 1,103 sessions vs 53. Compare Leg form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of One Leg Knee Up and Box Jump and pick the one that fits your Leg workout.
One Leg Knee Up vs Box Jump: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log One Leg Knee Up more often — 1,103 sessions compared to 53 for Box Jump.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. One Leg Knee Up and Box Jump differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How One Leg Knee Up and Box Jump Differ
| What differs | One Leg Knee Up | Box Jump |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | quads, abs, and hamstrings | quads, hamstrings, and glutes |
| One side at a time | Yes | No |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 1,103 sessions | 53 sessions |
How to Do One Leg Knee Up
One Leg Knee Up Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Lift one knee forward and touch it with both hands.
- 2. Please do the same on the other side.
Coach's Tips
- Please be careful not to let your legs spread apart.
For a full One Leg Knee Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the One Leg Knee Up exercise guide.
How to Do Box Jump
Box Jump Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Jump onto the box with both feet at the same time.
- 2. Jump back down with both feet at the same time and return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to touch the ground with one foot at a time when landing.
- 2. Please be cautious of ankle injuries when jumping.
For a full Box Jump guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Box Jump exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Leg, One Leg Knee Up or Box Jump?
Planfit users log One Leg Knee Up more often — 1,103 sessions against 53 for Box Jump. Both train Leg, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do One Leg Knee Up and Box Jump work the same muscles?
Not quite. One Leg Knee Up loads quads, abs, and hamstrings, and Box Jump loads quads, hamstrings, and glutes.
What equipment do One Leg Knee Up and Box Jump need?
One Leg Knee Up needs bodyweight only, and Box Jump needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
One Leg Knee Up is the easier place to start. Move to Box Jump once your form holds up.
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