Mountain Climber

From a plank position, alternately drive your knees in to engage the core and hip flexors while also working the shoulders and front of the thighs.

Beginner · Recommended Sets: 3 sets x 30 seconds · Lower Abs, Quadriceps, Front Delts, Upper Abs

Mountain Climber — Points to Check Today

  • Don't let your hips pop up — If your hips rise, the core disengages and only the shoulders work hard. (Bobbing the hips up and down while just moving fast)
  • Keep your shoulders over your wrists — If your shoulders drift forward, excessive weight loads onto the wrists. (Letting the shoulders shift ahead of the hands so weight loads on the wrists)
  • Use push-up bars if your wrists hurt — Moving fast with bent wrists can cause pain. (Pushing through wrist pain and going even faster)

Mountain Climber — How to Do It / If You're New

  1. Place your hands directly under your shoulders with arms extended in a high plank. Keep your body in a straight line.
  2. With your core braced, quickly drive one knee toward your chest.
  3. Return that leg to the start while simultaneously driving the opposite knee in.
  4. Keep a steady rhythm and quickly alternate legs. Keep your hip height constant.