How to do a cross-body mountain climbers

CoreBodyweightBeginner

Mountain climbers with a twist — drive each knee toward the opposite elbow to work the sides of your core.

How to do it

1Start in a strong high plank
2Drive one knee across toward the opposite elbow
3Switch sides, keeping your hips low

Muscles worked

Core Obliques Shoulders

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