mountain climber
mountain climber is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Step:1 Start in a high plank position with your hands directly under your shoulders and your body in a straight line.
Step 2
Step:2 Engage your core and bring your right knee towards your chest, then quickly switch and bring your left knee towards your chest.
Step 3
Step:3 Continue alternating legs in a running motion, keeping your hips low and your core engaged.
Step 4
Step:4 Maintain a steady pace and breathe evenly throughout the exercise.
Step 5
Step:5 Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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