Cable Crunch vs Superman
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Cable Crunch more often — 2,520 sessions vs 548. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Cable Crunch and Superman and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Cable Crunch vs Superman: 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 548 for Superman.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Cable Crunch and Superman 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 Superman Differ
| What differs | Cable Crunch | Superman |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a machine | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 3 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 2,520 sessions | 548 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 Superman
Superman Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Engage your core and lift both your lower and upper body at the same time.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- It's not just the arms that should be raised; the entire upper body should be lifted.
For a full Superman guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Superman exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Cable Crunch or Superman?
Planfit users log Cable Crunch more often — 2,520 sessions against 548 for Superman. Both train Core, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Cable Crunch and Superman need?
Cable Crunch needs a machine, and Superman needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Superman is the easier place to start. Move to Cable Crunch once your form holds up.
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