Side Mountain Climber (male)

Side Mountain Climber demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Begin in a high plank position with your wrists directly under your shoulders
  • 2Lift your right foot and bring your right knee to your left elbow
  • 3Return to starting position and repeat the process with your left knee to your right elbow
  • 4Keep your body straight and rigid throughout the movement
  • 5Maintain a steady pace and continue to switch legs

Tips:

  • Always engage your core to maintain having a straight back
  • Do not let your hips sag down during the exercise
  • Breathe regularly during the exercise, exhaling when your knee is towards the elbow, and inhaling when you're returning to the starting position
  • Make sure your wrists, elbows, and shoulders are in a straight line

Side Mountain Climber Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs