V Up vs Full Plank
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
Contents
Full Plank is the easier place to start — difficulty 3 of 5 vs 4. Compare Core form cues and when to progress.
Compare the benefits of V Up and Full Plank and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
V Up vs Full Plank: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log V Up more often — 410 sessions compared to 341 for Full Plank.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. V Up and Full Plank differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How V Up and Full Plank Differ
| What differs | V Up | Full Plank |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | abs and quads | abs, chest, and glutes |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 410 sessions | 341 sessions |
How to Do V Up
V Up Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Please lift your upper and lower body so that your fingertips and toes can touch.
- 2. If the movement is too difficult, bend your knees and allow your fingertips to touch your knees.
- 3. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please move slowly so that your body doesn't shake.
- 2. Since this exercise is difficult, please substitute it with another exercise if it's too hard.
For a full V Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the V Up exercise guide.
How to Do Full Plank
Full Plank Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Extend your elbows and maintain a position where your shoulders and arms are vertical, keeping your feet narrower than shoulder-width apart.
- 2. Imagine there is a long stick behind your back and align your head, waist, hips, and legs in a straight line.
- 3. Raise your toes, engage your core and glutes, and hold the position.
Coach's Tips
- Keep your body in a straight line and be careful not to let your back sag.
For a full Full Plank guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Full Plank exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, V Up or Full Plank?
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 V Up and Full Plank work the same muscles?
Not quite. V Up loads abs and quads, and Full Plank loads abs, chest, and glutes.
What equipment do V Up and Full Plank need?
V Up needs bodyweight only, and Full Plank needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Full Plank is the easier place to start. Move to V Up once your form holds up.
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