Cross-body Mountain Climber
- Primary muscles
- Abs, Quads
- Secondary muscles
- Shoulders
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Movement pattern
- None
Steps
- 1 Begin in a plank position with your hands directly under your shoulders and your body forming a straight line from head to heels.
- 2 Engage your core and bring your right knee towards your left elbow.
- 3 Return your right leg to the starting plank position.
- 4 Immediately bring your left knee towards your right elbow, then return it to the plank position.
- 5 Continue to alternate sides, driving your knees towards the opposite elbow in a controlled, rhythmic motion.
