Bear Crawl
Muscle Groups: Abs
Bear Crawl focuses on Abs, with Hips, Quads, Shoulders, Chest, Triceps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Bear Crawl with proper form and technique.
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Start on your hands and knees, with your hands directly under your shoulders and knees under your hips.
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Lift your knees about an inch off the ground, keeping your back flat and core engaged.
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Begin to crawl forward by simultaneously moving your right hand and left foot a small step forward.
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Next, move your left hand and right foot forward, maintaining a low and controlled position.
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Continue this alternating pattern, keeping your hips low and your core tight throughout the movement.
Secondary Muscles
While Bear Crawl primarily targets Abs , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hips, Quads, Shoulders, Chest, Triceps . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
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These exercises work the same primary muscles as Bear Crawl, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.