Reverse Crunch vs Rotation Push Up
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Reverse Crunch more often — 1,477 sessions vs 8. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Reverse Crunch and Rotation Push Up and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Reverse Crunch vs Rotation Push Up: 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 8 for Rotation Push Up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Reverse Crunch and Rotation Push Up 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 Rotation Push Up Differ
| What differs | Reverse Crunch | Rotation Push Up |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | abs | chest, abs, and triceps |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 1,477 sessions | 8 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 Rotation Push Up
Rotation Push Up Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Please lower yourself until your chest is just about to touch the floor.
- 2. At this time, your forearms should be perpendicular to the floor.
- 3. As you rise, lift one arm towards the ceiling.
- 4. Then, lower yourself back down while placing the other arm on the ground.
- 5. Slowly return to the starting position.
- 6. Please repeat the same with the opposite arm.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please go down only as much as you can without straining your shoulders.
- 2. Keep your core engaged to prevent your hips from dropping.
For a full Rotation Push Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Rotation Push Up exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Reverse Crunch or Rotation Push Up?
Planfit users log Reverse Crunch more often — 1,477 sessions against 8 for Rotation Push Up. Both train Core, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Reverse Crunch and Rotation Push Up work the same muscles?
Not quite. Reverse Crunch loads abs, and Rotation Push Up loads chest, abs, and triceps.
What equipment do Reverse Crunch and Rotation Push Up need?
Reverse Crunch needs bodyweight only, and Rotation Push Up needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Reverse Crunch is the easier place to start. Move to Rotation Push Up once your form holds up.
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