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mountain climber (cross body)
mountain climber (cross body) is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1. Start in a high plank position with your hands directly under your shoulders and your body in a straight line
Step 2. Engage your core and lift your right foot off the ground, bringing your right knee towards your left elbow
Step 3. Return your right foot to the starting position and repeat the movement with your left foot towards your right elbow
Step 4. Continue alternating sides, moving at a controlled pace
Step 5. Keep your hips level and avoid lifting your hips too high or sagging them too low
Step 6. Maintain a steady breathing pattern throughout the exercise
Step 7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
cardiovascular system
Secondary muscles
coreshoulderstriceps
Primary body parts
cardio
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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