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StretchingBody weight

Mountain Climber Plank

Intensity
duration
MET
4energy expenditure
Type
Stretching

Target muscles

  • Quads20%
  • Hamstrings20%
  • Glutes20%
  • Chest10%
  • Shoulders10%
  • Abs20%
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Stay on the balls of your feet the entire set.

  1. 1

    Start in a high plank position with your hands under your shoulders and your body in a straight line.

  2. 2

    Quickly draw one knee towards your chest, then return it to the starting position.

  3. 3

    Alternate legs at a fast pace, as if running in place while keeping your upper body stable.

  4. 4

    Continue alternating legs for the desired number of reps or time.

Expert tip

Maintain a strong plank position throughout the exercise, keeping your body in a straight line from head to heels.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Hopping the hips upward with each knee drive
  • ✕Shifting the hands forward of the shoulders
  • ✕Letting the head drop toward the floor
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