Mountain Climber with Hands on Swiss Ball
Muscle Groups: Abs
Mountain Climber with Hands on Swiss Ball focuses on Abs, with Hips, Shoulders, Triceps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Mountain Climber with Hands on Swiss Ball with proper form and technique.
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Start in a plank position with your hands on the Swiss ball, feet hip-width apart and body in a straight line from head to heels.
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Engage your core and bring your right knee towards your chest, keeping the ball steady with your hands.
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Return your right foot back to the starting position and repeat with the left knee, alternating legs in a controlled manner.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Mountain Climber with Hands on Swiss Ball safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your back straight to avoid sagging or arching, which can strain your spine.
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Engage your core throughout the movement to maintain stability on the Swiss ball.
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Avoid rushing; perform the exercise slowly to focus on form and control.
Secondary Muscles
While Mountain Climber with Hands on Swiss Ball primarily targets Abs , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hips, Shoulders, Triceps . 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 Swiss Ball, 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 Swiss Ball, 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.
