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Mountain Climbers demonstration

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Cardio / Bodyweight

Mountain Climbers

A dynamic bodyweight exercise combining core work with cardio.

Equipment

Bodyweight

Experience

beginner

Movement

compound

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Obliques · Quads

Instructions

  1. 01

    Start in a high plank position.

  2. 02

    Drive one knee toward your chest.

  3. 03

    Quickly switch legs, driving the other knee forward.

  4. 04

    Continue alternating at a brisk pace.

  5. 05

    Repeat.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.