Oblique Crunch vs Cable Woodchopper
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Oblique Crunch more often — 963 sessions vs 184. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Oblique Crunch and Cable Woodchopper and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Oblique Crunch vs Cable Woodchopper: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Oblique Crunch more often — 963 sessions compared to 184 for Cable Woodchopper.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Oblique Crunch and Cable Woodchopper differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Oblique Crunch and Cable Woodchopper Differ
| What differs | Oblique Crunch | Cable Woodchopper |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | abs | abs and quads |
| Equipment | bodyweight only | a machine |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 963 sessions | 184 sessions |
How to Do Oblique Crunch
Oblique Crunch Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Lift your upper body to the side and contract your side.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Without raising your upper body using the arm placed on the floor, lift your upper body using your core strength.
- 2. If you excessively bend your neck or use momentum, it can strain your neck or lower back.
- 3. If the movement is difficult, adjust the height you lift and perform the exercise gently.
For a full Oblique Crunch guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Oblique Crunch exercise guide.
How to Do Cable Woodchopper
Cable Woodchopper Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Pull diagonally downwards as if chopping a tree from top to bottom.
- 2. Rotate the pelvis and upper body together, and slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Don't just twist your waist; rotate with your core and hips.
- 2. Proceed with a manageable weight that you can control without momentum.
For a full Cable Woodchopper guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Cable Woodchopper exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Oblique Crunch or Cable Woodchopper?
Planfit users log Oblique Crunch more often — 963 sessions against 184 for Cable Woodchopper. Both train Core, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Oblique Crunch and Cable Woodchopper work the same muscles?
Not quite. Oblique Crunch loads abs, and Cable Woodchopper loads abs and quads.
What equipment do Oblique Crunch and Cable Woodchopper need?
Oblique Crunch needs bodyweight only, and Cable Woodchopper needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Oblique Crunch is the easier place to start. Move to Cable Woodchopper once your form holds up.
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