Knees to Elbow vs Seated Knee Up
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Seated Knee Up more often — 9,913 sessions vs 347. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Knees to Elbow and Seated Knee Up and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Knees to Elbow vs Seated Knee Up: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Seated Knee Up more often — 9,913 sessions compared to 347 for Knees to Elbow.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Knees to Elbow and Seated Knee Up 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 Seated Knee Up Differ
| What differs | Knees to Elbow | Seated Knee Up |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 347 sessions | 9,913 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 Seated Knee Up
Seated Knee Up Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Lift your lower body so that your knees and chest come closer together.
- 2. Allow your upper body to naturally lean forward so that your core can contract.
- 3. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- If it's too difficult, try proceeding with your knees bent.
For a full Seated Knee Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Seated Knee Up exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Knees to Elbow or Seated Knee Up?
Planfit users log Seated Knee Up more often — 9,913 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 Seated Knee Up need?
Knees to Elbow needs bodyweight only, and Seated Knee Up needs bodyweight only.
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