Russian Twist vs Seated Knee Up
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Seated Knee Up more often — 9,913 sessions vs 2,072. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Russian Twist and Seated Knee Up and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Russian Twist vs Seated Knee Up: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Seated Knee Up more often — 9,913 sessions compared to 2,072 for Russian Twist.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Russian Twist and Seated Knee Up differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Russian Twist and Seated Knee Up Differ
| What differs | Russian Twist | Seated Knee Up |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 2,072 sessions | 9,913 sessions |
How to Do Russian Twist
Russian Twist Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Sit with your knees raised and slightly lean your upper body back.
- 2. Bring your hands together at your chest and twist your upper body as if your elbows are touching your thighs.
- 3. Repeat the movement while maintaining tension in your abdomen.
Coach's Tips
- 1. When twisting your body, keep your knees fixed and make sure your feet do not lift off the floor.
- 2. Rather than excessively twisting your lower back, use your abdominal muscles to rotate your upper body to the side. Be careful not to bend or arch your lower back.
For a full Russian Twist guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Russian Twist exercise guide.
How to Do Seated Knee Up
Seated Knee Up Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Lift your lower body so that your knees and chest come closer together.
- 2. Allow your upper body to naturally lean forward so that your core can contract.
- 3. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- If it's too difficult, try proceeding with your knees bent.
For a full Seated Knee Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Seated Knee Up exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Russian Twist or Seated Knee Up?
Planfit users log Seated Knee Up more often — 9,913 sessions against 2,072 for Russian Twist. Both train Core, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Russian Twist and Seated Knee Up need?
Russian Twist needs bodyweight only, and Seated Knee Up needs bodyweight only.
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