Mountain Climbers Knees out
Builds cardio endurance and core strength
Core & AbsBeginnerCardioLocomotion
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: Core. Secondary: shoulders, legs |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Core & Abs |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Cardio · Locomotion |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 20-30s |
| Estimated calories burned | ~45 kcal |
| Equipment | None needed |
How to do it
- Step 1: Start in high plank position
- Step 2: Bring one knee toward your chest
- Step 3: Quickly switch legs in a running motion
- Step 4: Keep core tight
- Step 5: Continue for time
Coaching tips
Benefits
Builds cardio endurance and core strength
Common mistakes
Letting hips rise too high
Make it harder
Increase speed
Make it easier
Slow down the movement
Breathing
Breathe steadily
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