Sit Up vs The Roll up
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Sit Up more often — 3,693 sessions vs 8. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Sit Up and The Roll up and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Sit Up vs The Roll up: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Sit Up more often — 3,693 sessions compared to 8 for The Roll up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Sit Up and The Roll up differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Sit Up and The Roll up Differ
| What differs | Sit Up | The Roll up |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | abs | |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 3,693 sessions | 8 sessions |
How to Do Sit Up
Sit Up Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Please lift your upper body so that you can sit up straight.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. If you have pain in your lower back, avoid sit-ups and substitute with crunches.
- 2. When lifting your upper body, be careful not to overextend your lower back or pull your neck too much.
For a full Sit Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Sit Up exercise guide.
How to Do The Roll up
The Roll up Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. I rise by rolling my spine one vertebra at a time.
- 2. I gently roll back to a lying position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Do not use recoil.
- 2. Support with your abdomen to prevent your back from lifting.
For a full The Roll up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the The Roll up exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Sit Up or The Roll up?
Planfit users log Sit Up more often — 3,693 sessions against 8 for The Roll up. Both train Core, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Sit Up and The Roll up work the same muscles?
Not quite. Sit Up loads abs, and The Roll up loads .
What equipment do Sit Up and The Roll up need?
Sit Up needs bodyweight only, and The Roll up needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Sit Up is the easier place to start. Move to The Roll up once your form holds up.
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