Mountain Climbers starting positionMountain Climbers end position

Form guide

How to Do Mountain Climbers

A plank-based cardio drill that torches calories and builds core endurance.

Level
Beginner
Equipment
No Equipment
Impact
Low impact
Muscles worked
Core
Shoulders
Quads

Step by step

  1. 1Start in a high plank with hands under shoulders.
  2. 2Drive one knee toward your chest, then switch legs quickly.
  3. 3Keep your hips level with your shoulders.

Common mistakes

  • Hips piking up toward the ceiling.
  • Bouncing the shoulders forward past the hands.

Alternatives

Put it to work

Routines with Mountain Climbers