Hollow vs Weighted Crunch
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Hollow more often — 426 sessions vs 194. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Hollow and Weighted Crunch and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Hollow vs Weighted Crunch: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Hollow more often — 426 sessions compared to 194 for Weighted Crunch.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Hollow and Weighted Crunch differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Hollow and Weighted Crunch Differ
| What differs | Hollow | Weighted Crunch |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | abs and quads | abs |
| Equipment | bodyweight only | a standard setup |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 426 sessions | 194 sessions |
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.
How to Do Weighted Crunch
Weighted Crunch Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Lift your upper body using abdominal contractions.
- 2. Slowly lower while maintaining stable weight.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Be careful not to pull your neck.
- 2. Avoid relying on the weight to bounce up.
For a full Weighted Crunch guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Weighted Crunch exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Hollow or Weighted Crunch?
Planfit users log Hollow more often — 426 sessions against 194 for Weighted Crunch. Both train Core, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Hollow and Weighted Crunch work the same muscles?
Not quite. Hollow loads abs and quads, and Weighted Crunch loads abs.
What equipment do Hollow and Weighted Crunch need?
Hollow needs bodyweight only, and Weighted Crunch needs a standard setup.
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