Reverse Crunch vs Cable Woodchopper
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Reverse Crunch more often — 1,477 sessions vs 184. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Reverse Crunch and Cable Woodchopper and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Reverse Crunch vs Cable Woodchopper: 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 184 for Cable Woodchopper.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Reverse 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 Reverse Crunch and Cable Woodchopper Differ
| What differs | Reverse Crunch | Cable Woodchopper |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | abs | abs and quads |
| Equipment | bodyweight only | a machine |
| One side at a time | No | Yes |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 1,477 sessions | 184 sessions |
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.
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, Reverse Crunch or Cable Woodchopper?
Planfit users log Reverse Crunch more often — 1,477 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 Reverse Crunch and Cable Woodchopper work the same muscles?
Not quite. Reverse Crunch loads abs, and Cable Woodchopper loads abs and quads.
What equipment do Reverse Crunch and Cable Woodchopper need?
Reverse Crunch needs bodyweight only, and Cable Woodchopper needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Reverse Crunch is the easier place to start. Move to Cable Woodchopper once your form holds up.
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