Mountain Climbers

Mountain Climbers

Description

A cardio-intensive core exercise performed in a plank position with alternating knee drives.

Primary Muscles

• Abdominals

Supporting Muscles

• Shoulders
• Hip flexors
• Chest

Required Equipment

• None

Proper Form

• Start in plank position.
• Drive one knee toward chest, then switch quickly.
• Maintain core stability and rhythm.

Common Mistakes

• Bouncing hips
• Letting shoulders collapse
• Inconsistent pace

Progressions / Variations

• Slow Climbers
• Cross-Body Climbers
• Elevated Climbers

Related Exercises

• Planks
• High Knees

Used In

HIIT, Calisthenics, Core & Cardio Workouts