Mountain Climber with Hands on Bench
Muscle Groups: Abs
Mountain Climber with Hands on Bench focuses on Abs, with Hips, Glutes, Shoulders working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Mountain Climber with Hands on Bench with proper form and technique.
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Place your hands on the edge of a sturdy bench, shoulder-width apart, and extend your legs behind you to form a straight line from head to heels.
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Ensure your body is in a high plank position, with your core engaged and hips level.
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Drive one knee towards your chest, keeping your hips low and your core tight.
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Quickly switch legs, extending the first leg back to the plank position while simultaneously driving the other knee towards your chest.
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Continue alternating your legs in a running motion, maintaining a steady rhythm and keeping your hands firmly on the bench.
Secondary Muscles
While Mountain Climber with Hands on Bench primarily targets Abs , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hips, Glutes, Shoulders . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Mountain Climber with Hands on Bench, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Mountain Climber with Hands on Bench, 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.
