Cable Crunch vs Hollow
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Cable Crunch more often — 2,520 sessions vs 426. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Cable Crunch and Hollow and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Cable Crunch vs Hollow: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Cable Crunch more often — 2,520 sessions compared to 426 for Hollow.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Cable Crunch and Hollow differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Cable Crunch and Hollow Differ
| What differs | Cable Crunch | Hollow |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | abs | abs and quads |
| Equipment | a machine | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 3 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 2,520 sessions | 426 sessions |
How to Do Cable Crunch
Cable Crunch Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Please bend your upper body so that your abdominal muscles can contract.
- 2. Imagine that your elbows are touching your thighs.
- 3. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- If you choose a weight that is too heavy, it will be difficult to control the exercise, so please select an appropriate weight.
For a full Cable Crunch guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Cable Crunch exercise guide.
How to Do Hollow
Hollow Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Lift your upper body while keeping your feet off the ground.
- 2. Hold while engaging your core.
Coach's Tips
- In the holding position, only your hips should be touching the ground.
For a full Hollow guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Hollow exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Cable Crunch or Hollow?
Planfit users log Cable Crunch more often — 2,520 sessions against 426 for Hollow. Both train Core, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Cable Crunch and Hollow work the same muscles?
Not quite. Cable Crunch loads abs, and Hollow loads abs and quads.
What equipment do Cable Crunch and Hollow need?
Cable Crunch needs a machine, and Hollow needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Cable Crunch is the easier place to start. Move to Hollow once your form holds up.
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