Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Side Mountain Climber.
High-intensity bodyweight exercise performed in a plank position where each knee drives diagonally across the body toward the opposite elbow, heavily engaging the obliques and deep core muscles. The continuous pace makes it an effective cardio and core conditioning drill.
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The Side Mountain Climber is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.