V Up vs Side Leg Raise
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Side Leg Raise is the easier place to start — difficulty 1 of 5 vs 4. Compare Core form cues and when to progress.
Compare the benefits of V Up and Side Leg Raise and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
V Up vs Side Leg Raise: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log V Up more often — 410 sessions compared to 244 for Side Leg Raise.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. V Up and Side Leg Raise differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How V Up and Side Leg Raise Differ
| What differs | V Up | Side Leg Raise |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | abs and quads | outer thighs and abs |
| One side at a time | No | Yes |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 410 sessions | 244 sessions |
How to Do V Up
V Up Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Please lift your upper and lower body so that your fingertips and toes can touch.
- 2. If the movement is too difficult, bend your knees and allow your fingertips to touch your knees.
- 3. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please move slowly so that your body doesn't shake.
- 2. Since this exercise is difficult, please substitute it with another exercise if it's too hard.
For a full V Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the V Up exercise guide.
How to Do Side Leg Raise
Side Leg Raise Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Slowly lift your foot away from the floor.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- If it's too difficult, try doing it lying on your side without lifting your body.
For a full Side Leg Raise guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Side Leg Raise exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, V Up or Side Leg Raise?
Neither is clearly ahead — Planfit users log both at a similar rate. They both train Core, so the choice comes down to the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do V Up and Side Leg Raise work the same muscles?
Not quite. V Up loads abs and quads, and Side Leg Raise loads outer thighs and abs.
What equipment do V Up and Side Leg Raise need?
V Up needs bodyweight only, and Side Leg Raise needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Side Leg Raise is the easier place to start. Move to V Up once your form holds up.
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