Cross Body Mountain Climbers
How to Do 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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Related Obliques Exercises
Cross Body Mountain Climbers Exercise Details
Muscles worked
Cross Body Mountain Climbers targets obliques and also works abs. Use the illustration and step-by-step instructions above to learn the movement pattern and practice proper form.
Equipment needed
This is an at-home exercise. Equipment required: no equipment.
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