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1.01
AerobicBody weight

Mountain Climber Slide with Towel

Intensity
duration
MET
8energy expenditure
Type
Aerobic

Target muscles

  • Quads25%
  • Hamstrings25%
  • Calves10%
  • Glutes10%
  • Abs10%
  • Shoulders10%
  • Chest10%
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Press firmly through the palms to stack your wrists directly under your shoulders.

  1. 1

    Start in a high plank position with a towel under each foot.

  2. 2

    Slide one knee forward towards your chest while keeping the other leg straight.

  3. 3

    Quickly switch legs by sliding the bent leg back and the straight leg forward.

  4. 4

    Continue alternating legs in a running motion while maintaining a strong plank position.

  5. 5

    Perform for the desired duration or number of repetitions.

Expert tip

Keep a brisk pace and your back flat to maximize cardio output and core engagement.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Hips rising toward the ceiling
  • ✕Bending the elbows during the slide
  • ✕Sliding the knee outward past the torso
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