Controlled Mountain Climbers
Core

Controlled Mountain Climbers

When performed with control, mountain climbers combine upper-body stability with cardiovascular work.

Execution

Technique, step by step.

  1. 01

    Start in a high plank.

  2. 02

    Bring one knee toward your chest without lifting your hips.

  3. 03

    Alternate legs at a controlled pace.

  4. 04

    Keep your shoulders above your hands.

Avoid these

Mistakes that reduce effectiveness.

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Bouncing the hips.

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Losing the plank position.

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Speeding up at the expense of control.

Adapt the movement

A variation for every level.

More accessible

Regression

Perform slowly with your hands on an elevated support.

Standard version

Controlled Mountain Climbers

A dynamic exercise for cardio and core control.

More challenging

Progression

Gradually increase the pace.

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