Spiderman Push Up vs Curtsy Lunge with Towel
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
Contents
Spiderman Push Up and Curtsy Lunge with Towel are close in use — 7 vs 5 sessions logged. What separates them is Core loading and form.
Compare the benefits of Spiderman Push Up and Curtsy Lunge with Towel and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Spiderman Push Up vs Curtsy Lunge with Towel: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Curtsy Lunge with Towel more often — 7 sessions compared to 5 for Spiderman Push Up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Spiderman Push Up and Curtsy Lunge with Towel differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Spiderman Push Up and Curtsy Lunge with Towel Differ
| What differs | Spiderman Push Up | Curtsy Lunge with Towel |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | chest, abs, quads, glutes, and triceps | quads, glutes, and hamstrings |
| One side at a time | No | Yes |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 5 sessions | 7 sessions |
How to Do Spiderman Push Up
Spiderman 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 lower yourself, lift one foot off the ground and bend your knee.
- 4. Return your foot to its original position as you come back up.
- 5. Please repeat the same with the opposite leg.
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 Spiderman Push Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Spiderman Push Up exercise guide.
How to Do Curtsy Lunge with Towel
Curtsy Lunge with Towel Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Slide the back foot diagonally to create a lunge position.
- 2. Push off the front leg to return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Keep your front knee aligned so it doesn't collapse inward.
- 2. Stabilize your core to prevent your lower back from arching.
For a full Curtsy Lunge with Towel guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Curtsy Lunge with Towel exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Spiderman Push Up or Curtsy Lunge with Towel?
Neither is clearly ahead — Planfit users log both at a similar rate. They both train Core, so the choice comes down to the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Spiderman Push Up and Curtsy Lunge with Towel work the same muscles?
Not quite. Spiderman Push Up loads chest, abs, quads, glutes, and triceps, and Curtsy Lunge with Towel loads quads, glutes, and hamstrings.
What equipment do Spiderman Push Up and Curtsy Lunge with Towel need?
Spiderman Push Up needs bodyweight only, and Curtsy Lunge with Towel needs bodyweight only.
Stop Guessing Which One to Do
AI picks your workouts based on your goals, body type, and experience.
