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Side Mountain Climber

Expert Advice

Keep your core engaged and back flat throughout the movement to maximize the engagement of your abdominal muscles and minimize strain on your lower back.

How-to-do Steps

  1. Begin in a high plank position with your arms straight, hands under shoulders, and body forming a straight line from head to heels.
  2. Quickly draw your right knee towards your left elbow, crossing your body.
  3. Return your right foot to the starting position.
  4. Repeat the motion with your left knee to your right elbow.
  5. Alternate sides in a quick, controlled manner for the desired number of repetitions.

Details

Primary
Quads
Quads14%
Hamstrings
Hamstrings14%
Glutes
Glutes14%
Abs
Abs14%
Shoulders
Shoulders14%
Calves
Calves14%
Chest
Chest16%
Secondary
14%Quads14%Hamstrings14%Glutes14%Abs14%Shoulders14%Calves16%Chest
Equipment
Body weight
Body weight
Exercise Type
Cardio