Knees to Elbow vs Reverse Crunch
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Reverse Crunch more often — 1,477 sessions vs 347. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Knees to Elbow and Reverse Crunch and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Knees to Elbow vs Reverse Crunch: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Reverse Crunch more often — 1,477 sessions compared to 347 for Knees to Elbow.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Knees to Elbow and Reverse Crunch differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Knees to Elbow and Reverse Crunch Differ
| What differs | Knees to Elbow | Reverse Crunch |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 347 sessions | 1,477 sessions |
How to Do Knees to Elbow
Knees to Elbow Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Place both hands behind your head and engage your core.
- 2. As you lift your upper body, touch one elbow to the opposite knee.
- 3. Slowly return to the starting position and repeat the same on the other side.
Coach's Tips
- When raising your knees, engage your core and be careful not to twist your body excessively.
For a full Knees to Elbow guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Knees to Elbow exercise guide.
How to Do Reverse Crunch
Reverse Crunch Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Bend your knees so that they are perpendicular to the ground while lying on the floor.
- 2. Engage your abs as if your knees are touching your chest and lift your hips up.
- 3. Hold this position for about 1 second, then slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- Be careful not to lift your lower back excessively off the floor, and focus on engaging your abdominal muscles.
For a full Reverse Crunch guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Reverse Crunch exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Knees to Elbow or Reverse Crunch?
Planfit users log Reverse Crunch more often — 1,477 sessions against 347 for Knees to Elbow. Both train Core, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Knees to Elbow and Reverse Crunch need?
Knees to Elbow needs bodyweight only, and Reverse Crunch needs bodyweight only.
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