Mountain Climbers
Equipment Needed
About This Exercise
A dynamic core and cardio exercise that targets the abs, hip flexors, and shoulders by driving the knees toward the chest from a plank position.
How to Perform
- 1
Setup
Start in a high plank position with your hands directly under your shoulders, arms straight, and body forming a straight line from head to heels. Engage your core and keep your gaze toward the floor.
- 2
Drive One Knee
Drive your right knee toward your chest, keeping your hips level and your core tight. Your foot should leave the ground and your knee should come as close to your chest as possible.
- 3
Switch Legs
Quickly switch legs by extending your right leg back to the starting position while simultaneously driving your left knee toward your chest. The movement should feel like running in place in a plank position.
- 4
Maintain Pace
Continue alternating legs at a controlled, steady pace. Keep your core braced, hips level, and shoulders stacked over your wrists throughout the entire set.
Form Tips
- •Keep your hips level - do not let them bounce up and down
- •Stack your shoulders directly over your wrists
- •Drive your knees fully toward your chest on each rep
- •Maintain a tight core throughout the entire movement
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- •Letting the hips pike up or bounce with each knee drive
- •Not driving the knees far enough toward the chest
- •Shifting the shoulders forward past the wrists
- •Moving too fast and losing proper plank form
Primary Muscles
Secondary Muscles
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