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Gym Exercise Card
Equipment
The Mountain Climber exercise is a dynamic movement that targets the core, improving cardiovascular endurance and agility. It involves rapidly alternating the knees toward the chest while maintaining a plank position to engage the abs and stabilizing muscles.
How to do it
- Start in a high plank position with hands under shoulders and body aligned.
- Engage the core and drive the right knee towards the chest.
- Quickly switch legs, returning the right leg and driving the left knee forward.
- Continue alternating legs at a steady, rapid pace.
- Maintain a straight back and keep hips level throughout the movement.
Muscles worked
Primary Rectus Abdominis
Secondary Deltoid Anterior Obliques Quadriceps Triceps Brachii
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