Reverse Plank vs Plank Push Up
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Plank Push Up more often — 311 sessions vs 103. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Reverse Plank and Plank Push Up and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Reverse Plank vs Plank Push Up: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Plank Push Up more often — 311 sessions compared to 103 for Reverse Plank.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Reverse Plank and Plank 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 Plank and Plank Push Up Differ
| What differs | Reverse Plank | Plank Push Up |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | abs, triceps, and quads | abs, chest, and triceps |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 103 sessions | 311 sessions |
How to Do Reverse Plank
Reverse Plank Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Sit with your knees straight and place your hands behind your shoulders, with your fingertips facing forward for support.
- 2. In that position, lift your hips so that your head, abdomen, and legs form a straight line.
- 3. Be careful not to tilt your head back and maintain tension in your whole body for the given time.
Coach's Tips
- Keep your shoulders and back straight while lifting your body, and engage your core.
For a full Reverse Plank guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Reverse Plank exercise guide.
How to Do Plank Push Up
Plank Push Up Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Take the push-up starting position with your arms wider than your shoulders and your feet about hip-width apart.
- 2. Bend one arm and touch the floor with your elbow, then do the same with the opposite arm.
- 3. When lowering your arms, engage your core tightly and maintain a straight line from your head, through your back, to your legs.
- 4. Push up one arm at a time and return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- If your elbows touch the floor, you may experience pain, so I recommend placing a mat or something similar on the floor while exercising.
For a full Plank Push Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Plank Push Up exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Reverse Plank or Plank Push Up?
Planfit users log Plank Push Up more often — 311 sessions against 103 for Reverse Plank. Both train Core, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Reverse Plank and Plank Push Up work the same muscles?
Not quite. Reverse Plank loads abs, triceps, and quads, and Plank Push Up loads abs, chest, and triceps.
What equipment do Reverse Plank and Plank Push Up need?
Reverse Plank needs bodyweight only, and Plank Push Up needs bodyweight only.
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