Reverse Plank vs Rotation Push Up
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Reverse Plank more often — 103 sessions vs 8. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Reverse Plank and Rotation Push Up and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Reverse Plank vs Rotation Push Up: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Reverse Plank more often — 103 sessions compared to 8 for Rotation Push Up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Reverse Plank 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 Plank and Rotation Push Up Differ
| What differs | Reverse Plank | Rotation Push Up |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | abs, triceps, and quads | chest, abs, and triceps |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 103 sessions | 8 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 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 Plank or Rotation Push Up?
Planfit users log Reverse Plank more often — 103 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 Plank and Rotation Push Up work the same muscles?
Not quite. Reverse Plank loads abs, triceps, and quads, and Rotation Push Up loads chest, abs, and triceps.
What equipment do Reverse Plank and Rotation Push Up need?
Reverse Plank needs bodyweight only, and Rotation Push Up needs bodyweight only.
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