Oblique Crunch vs Heel Touch Crunch
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Heel Touch Crunch more often — 6,346 sessions vs 963. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Oblique Crunch and Heel Touch Crunch and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Oblique Crunch vs Heel Touch Crunch: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Heel Touch Crunch more often — 6,346 sessions compared to 963 for Oblique Crunch.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Oblique Crunch and Heel Touch Crunch 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 Heel Touch Crunch Differ
| What differs | Oblique Crunch | Heel Touch Crunch |
|---|---|---|
| One side at a time | Yes | No |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 963 sessions | 6,346 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 Heel Touch Crunch
Heel Touch Crunch Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Lie down with your knees raised and lift your shoulders off the ground.
- 2. With your shoulders lifted, reach out with your hand towards one heel.
- 3. Return to the starting position and reach out with your hand towards the opposite heel.
Coach's Tips
- The upper part of your body should not touch the floor throughout the movement.
For a full Heel Touch Crunch guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Heel Touch Crunch exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Oblique Crunch or Heel Touch Crunch?
Planfit users log Heel Touch Crunch more often — 6,346 sessions against 963 for Oblique Crunch. Both train Core, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Oblique Crunch and Heel Touch Crunch need?
Oblique Crunch needs bodyweight only, and Heel Touch Crunch needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Heel Touch Crunch is the easier place to start. Move to Oblique Crunch once your form holds up.
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