Weighted Mountain Climber with Hands on Swiss Ball
Muscle Groups: Abs
Weighted 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 Weighted Mountain Climber with Hands on Swiss Ball with proper form and technique.
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Start by placing your hands on a Swiss ball and getting into a plank position with your body straight from head to heels.
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Engage your core and bring one knee towards your chest, keeping the other leg straight behind you.
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Quickly switch legs, extending one leg back as you pull the other knee in. Continue alternating in a controlled manner.
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Keep your hips level and avoid sagging your lower back throughout the movement.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Mountain Climber with Hands on Swiss Ball safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Always keep your shoulders over your wrists to maintain balance on the Swiss ball.
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Engage your core to prevent your hips from dropping during the exercise.
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Avoid using momentum; focus on controlled movements to work the muscles effectively.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted 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.
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These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted 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.
