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How to Do Mountain Climber — Form, Muscles & Tips

Learn how to do the Mountain Climber: step-by-step form, muscles worked, body only setup, and common mistakes. Free workout tracker included.

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How to perform this exercise

  1. Begin in a high plank position with hands under shoulders and body in a straight line.
  2. Drive your right knee toward your chest, then quickly switch and drive the left knee in.
  3. Alternate legs rapidly, as if running in place horizontally.
  4. Keep your hips down and core tight throughout for 30-60 seconds.