Cable Crunch vs Plank
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Plank more often — 9,776 sessions vs 2,520. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Cable Crunch and Plank and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Cable Crunch vs Plank: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Plank more often — 9,776 sessions compared to 2,520 for Cable Crunch.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Cable Crunch and Plank 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 Plank Differ
| What differs | Cable Crunch | Plank |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | abs | abs and glutes |
| Equipment | a machine | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 2,520 sessions | 9,776 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 Plank
Plank Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Spread your arms shoulder-width apart and support your body on the balls of your feet while lying face down with your knees straight.
- 2. Raise your hips to ensure your body forms a straight line from head to toe.
- 3. Perform the movement by pulling your belly button up to prevent your lower back from sagging.
Coach's Tips
- To avoid hunching your back, keep your body in a straight line and engage your core while holding the position.
For a full Plank guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Plank exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Cable Crunch or Plank?
Planfit users log Plank more often — 9,776 sessions against 2,520 for Cable Crunch. Both train Core, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Cable Crunch and Plank work the same muscles?
Not quite. Cable Crunch loads abs, and Plank loads abs and glutes.
What equipment do Cable Crunch and Plank need?
Cable Crunch needs a machine, and Plank needs bodyweight only.
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