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Mountain Climber.

Dynamic plank drive that trains the core while raising the heart rate.

BeginnerBodyweight
Mountain Climber
The numbers
Sets
3–5
Duration
30–60
Rest
90–180
Muscles
Primary
Rectus abdominis
Secondary
Hip flexors · Obliques
The play-by-play

How to do it.

  1. Step 01

    Start in a high plank with hands under the shoulders

  2. Step 02

    Brace the core and keep the hips level

  3. Step 03

    Drive one knee toward the chest

  4. Step 04

    Quickly switch legs

  5. Step 05

    Continue alternating at a steady pace

  6. Step 06

    Keep the shoulders stacked over the hands

What separates good from great

Pro cues.

  • Keep the hips low and steady

  • Maintain a strong plank position

  • Find a sustainable rhythm