Reverse Crunch vs Full Plank
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Reverse Crunch more often — 1,477 sessions vs 341. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Reverse Crunch and Full Plank and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Reverse Crunch vs Full Plank: 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 341 for Full Plank.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Reverse 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 Reverse Crunch and Full Plank Differ
| What differs | Reverse Crunch | Full Plank |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | abs | abs, chest, and glutes |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 1,477 sessions | 341 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 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, Reverse Crunch or Full Plank?
Planfit users log Reverse Crunch more often — 1,477 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 Reverse Crunch and Full Plank work the same muscles?
Not quite. Reverse Crunch loads abs, and Full Plank loads abs, chest, and glutes.
What equipment do Reverse Crunch and Full Plank need?
Reverse Crunch needs bodyweight only, and Full Plank needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Reverse Crunch is the easier place to start. Move to Full Plank once your form holds up.
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