Oblique Crunch vs Full Plank
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Oblique Crunch more often — 963 sessions vs 341. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Oblique Crunch and Full Plank and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Oblique Crunch vs Full Plank: 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 341 for Full Plank.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Oblique Crunch and Full Plank 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 Full Plank Differ
| What differs | Oblique Crunch | Full Plank |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | abs | abs, chest, and glutes |
| One side at a time | Yes | No |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 963 sessions | 341 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 Full Plank
Full Plank Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Extend your elbows and maintain a position where your shoulders and arms are vertical, keeping your feet narrower than shoulder-width apart.
- 2. Imagine there is a long stick behind your back and align your head, waist, hips, and legs in a straight line.
- 3. Raise your toes, engage your core and glutes, and hold the position.
Coach's Tips
- Keep your body in a straight line and be careful not to let your back sag.
For a full Full Plank guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Full Plank exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Oblique Crunch or Full Plank?
Planfit users log Oblique Crunch more often — 963 sessions against 341 for Full Plank. Both train Core, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Oblique Crunch and Full Plank work the same muscles?
Not quite. Oblique Crunch loads abs, and Full Plank loads abs, chest, and glutes.
What equipment do Oblique Crunch and Full Plank need?
Oblique Crunch needs bodyweight only, and Full Plank needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Oblique Crunch is the easier place to start. Move to Full Plank once your form holds up.
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