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1.01
AerobicBody weight

Mountain Climber

Intensity
duration
MET
8energy expenditure
Type
Aerobic

Target muscles

  • Glutes14%
  • Hamstrings14%
  • Quads14%
  • Abs14%
  • Shoulders14%
  • Chest15%
  • Lats15%
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Set a steady cadence and exhale on every other knee drive.

  1. 1

    Start in a high plank position with your hands shoulder-width apart.

  2. 2

    Drive one knee towards your chest while keeping the other leg extended.

  3. 3

    Quickly switch legs, bringing the other knee to your chest.

  4. 4

    Continue alternating legs at a brisk pace.

  5. 5

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions or time.

Expert tip

Keep your core tight and back flat to prevent your hips from bouncing up and down.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Hands drifting forward past the shoulders
  • ✕Driving the knee outward instead of inward
  • ✕Landing heavily on the toes each switch
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