# Cross-Body Mountain Climber

URL: https://heatsy.app/ex/cross-body-mountain-climber

Also known as: Cross Mountain Climber, Oblique Mountain Climber, Cross-Body Mountain Climbers

Body region: Core, Shoulders

## Muscles

- Main: Rectus Abdominis, External Oblique, Internal Oblique
- Helps: Deltoid, Serratus Anterior, Iliopsoas
- Holds: Transversus Abdominis, Gluteus Medius

## Technique

1. Start in a high plank with hands under shoulders and the body in a straight line.
2. Brace your abs and pull one knee diagonally toward the opposite elbow.
3. Return the foot to the floor and switch legs in a smooth rhythm.
4. Keep the hips low and the shoulders steady.

### Cues

- Drive the knee across the body from the abs.
- Keep the hands planted and the hips level.

### Common mistakes

- Letting the hips bounce up high.
- Letting the shoulders shift back and forth.
- Going so fast that the knees do not cross the body.

## Alternatives

- [Mountain Climber](https://heatsy.app/ex/mountain-climber)
- [Plank Hip Twist](https://heatsy.app/ex/plank-hip-twist)