How to do it
Press your palms flat with fingers spread for stability.
- 1
Start in a standing position with your feet hip-width apart.
- 2
Bend at the waist and place your hands on the ground in front of your feet.
- 3
Walk your hands forward until you are in a plank position.
- 4
Perform a set of mountain climbers by quickly driving your knees towards your chest.
- 5
Walk your hands back towards your feet and stand up to return to the starting position.
- 6
Repeat the sequence for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your core tight during the inchworm to prevent sagging hips and maintain a straight line from head to heels. During the mountain climbers, drive your knees in quickly but with control.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bending knees during the forward hand walk
- ✕Taking uneven hand steps toward the plank
- ✕Planting hands too wide in the plank position