PROPHYSIOTHERAPY
Physio-Approved Exercise

How to do Mountain Climbers (Slow)

Core
Intermediate
Mat
3 sets of 20
Reviewed by Dr. Jahirul (J) Mazumdar, BPT · 11 July 2026

Start in a plank on hands.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1
    Start in a plank on hands.
  2. 2
    Slowly draw one knee toward the chest.
  3. 3
    Return. Alternate legs.
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Do
  • Controlled
Don't
  • Do not raise the hips
Clinically used for
Core Weakness

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