Cardio & conditioningBeginnerIsolation

Mountain Climber

In a plank, drive the knees towards the chest quickly.

Mountain Climber: correct exercise technique

Benefits

  • Core plus cardio
  • Anywhere, any time

How to do it

  1. Hands under shoulders
  2. Hips level with the shoulders
  3. Quick, light feet

Common mistakes

  • Hips high in the air
  • Bouncing the hips

Starting prescription

sets
3
Time
30 s
Rest
45 s

Safety and limitations

  • Wrist · Modify
    With a moderate wrist limitation: lighter load, shorter range, stop if it hurts.

Health & safety

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Programs that use it

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