Cross Body Mountain Climbers
- Assume a push-up position. Core is tight. Back is flat. Hands are underneath the shoulders. Head is in neutral position.
- Bring one knee up towards your chest and twist towards the opposing elbow. (Ex: Right knee to left elbow.)
- Contract the core and return the leg to the starting position.
- Alternate between legs.
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Cross body mountain climbers is a at-home work out exercise that targets obliques and also involves abs. Refer to the illustration diagram and instructions above for how to perform this exercise correctly. Side / lateral medicine ball throw / slam, side plank rotations / elbow twists and upward cable wood chops are related exercise that target the same muscle groups as cross body mountain climbers. Visit our free illustrated exercise directory for more exercises to try in your workouts.
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