One Leg Knee Up vs Hip Extension Machine
Which one fits your Leg workout plan?
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Planfit users log One Leg Knee Up more often — 1,103 sessions vs 524. Compare Leg form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of One Leg Knee Up and Hip Extension Machine and pick the one that fits your Leg workout.
One Leg Knee Up vs Hip Extension Machine: 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 524 for Hip Extension Machine.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. One Leg Knee Up and Hip Extension Machine 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 Hip Extension Machine Differ
| What differs | One Leg Knee Up | Hip Extension Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | quads, abs, and hamstrings | glutes and hamstrings |
| Equipment | bodyweight only | a machine |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 1,103 sessions | 524 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 Hip Extension Machine
Hip Extension Machine Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Please push your foot back.
- 2. Please slowly return to the starting position.
- 3. Please proceed one side at a time or alternately.
Coach's Tips
- Keep your chest up to avoid bending your waist and engage your core.
For a full Hip Extension Machine guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Hip Extension Machine exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Leg, One Leg Knee Up or Hip Extension Machine?
Planfit users log One Leg Knee Up more often — 1,103 sessions against 524 for Hip Extension Machine. 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 Hip Extension Machine work the same muscles?
Not quite. One Leg Knee Up loads quads, abs, and hamstrings, and Hip Extension Machine loads glutes and hamstrings.
What equipment do One Leg Knee Up and Hip Extension Machine need?
One Leg Knee Up needs bodyweight only, and Hip Extension Machine needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Hip Extension Machine is the easier place to start. Move to One Leg Knee Up once your form holds up.
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