StrengthIntermediateAbsShouldersQuadriceps
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Mountain climbers
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- Category
- Strength
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Muscles
- Abs, Shoulders
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
Description
In plank position, alternately drive one knee toward the chest while keeping the back flat and hips stable.
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Instructions
- 1Start in a high plank with hands below shoulders and hips stable.
- 2Alternate driving the knees toward the chest without bouncing or rounding the shoulders.
Common Mistakes
- Piking the hips with each leg change.
- Landing the feet heavily and drifting behind the hands.
Tips
- Start in a high plank with hands below shoulders and hips stable.
- Alternate driving the knees toward the chest without bouncing or rounding the shoulders.
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