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Mountain Climber

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  • MusclesCore, Full Body
  • EquipmentBodyweight
  • LevelIntermediate

How to do it

  1. Start in a high plank with hands under your shoulders.
  2. Drive your right knee toward your chest.
  3. Switch legs quickly, like running in place.
  4. Keep your hips level and shoulders over your hands.

Coaching tips

  • Try 20–30 seconds on, 30 seconds rest.

Common mistakes

  • Hips bouncing up high.
  • Shoulders drifting behind the hands.

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Stop if you feel sharp pain. If you have an injury or a medical condition, check with your doctor before starting a new exercise.