AbsBeginner
Mountain Climber
How to do it
- 1
Start in a high plank with hands under your shoulders.
- 2
Drive one knee toward your chest.
- 3
Quickly switch legs, like running in place.
- 4
Keep your hips low and core braced.
Common mistakes
- Hips bouncing up and down.
- Hands drifting forward.
Tips
- Go slower for core strength, faster for conditioning.
- Use intervals, e.g. 30 seconds on, 30 off.
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