Trainer Marlon is in the gym today breaking down mountain climbers, a fast-paced, full-body exercise that’s perfect for building endurance, spiking your heart rate, and blasting your core—all without needing a single piece of equipment.
Whether you’re squeezing in a quick cardio burst or finishing off your strength workout, mountain climbers bring the heat. They mimic the drive and rhythm of sprinting, just in a horizontal plane—and trust us, your abs will feel it.
How to Do Mountain Climbers (The Right Way):
Start in a Plank: Hands under shoulders, spine neutral, and feet extended back. Your body should form a straight line.
Lock In Your Core: This isn’t just cardio—your abs need to stay engaged to keep your hips steady.
Drive the Knees: Pull one knee in toward your chest, then quickly switch legs.
Find Your Rhythm: Move fluidly—like running in place but on the floor. Keep your hips low and pace steady.
Stay Light on Your Feet: The goal is speed without sloppiness. Keep the motion sharp and snappy.
Why Mountain Climbers Deserve a Spot in Your Workout:
They’re low-equipment but high-intensity. All you need is some space and bodyweight.
They target your abs, obliques, hip flexors, chest, shoulders, and legs—in one nonstop movement.
They elevate your heart rate fast, making them ideal for HIIT circuits or cardio finishers.
Bonus: They help improve agility and coordination, especially when performed at speed.
Pro Tips from Marlon:
Don’t let your butt bounce or your back sag. Keep it flat like a tabletop.
Can’t go full speed yet? Start slow and controlled. You’ll build endurance with consistency.
Want more challenge? Add a pair of sliders under your toes or perform them on an incline.
Watch Marlon’s full video for form guidance and variations—then drop mountain climbers into your next workout and feel the burn for yourself.
