Wall mountain climber
The wall mountain climber is an intense workout designed to test the strength and endurance of the shoulders and abdominal muscles. An ideal exercise for bodyweight circuit training, this full-body movement targets a variety of muscles while simultaneously providing an intense cardiovascular workout. It can be performed for a certain amount of time or a certain number of reps. This exercise requires not only physical strength but also mental focus and determination, making it a great way to push yourself and see progress over time. With regular practice, you will be able to increase the time or reps you are able to perform and will be able to take on more difficult exercises.
Type:
Plyometrics
Muscles Used:
Abdominals
Level:
Intermediate
Equipment:
Body Only
Benefits Of This Exercise
- The wall mountain climber is an intense workout that tests strength and endurance of the shoulders and abdominal muscles, making it an ideal exercise for bodyweight circuit training.
- This full-body movement not only works a variety of muscles, but also provides a great cardiovascular workout.
- This exercise requires both physical strength and mental focus, pushing you to see progress over time.
- Regular practice will allow you to increase the time or reps you are able to perform and take on more difficult exercises.
- The wall mountain climber provides serious shoulder work to stay in a handstand position, challenging core work, and serious cardiovascular challenge and calorie burn.
Step by Step Instructions For Wall mountain climber
- Stand with your feet arms distance away from the wall, with your back facing the wall.
- Position your feet shoulder-width apart and place your hands on the floor, with your shoulders stacked over your hands and wrists.
- Bring your feet up onto the wall, ensuring that your arms are fully extended and your core is tight. This is your starting position.
- Keeping your arms straight and core tight, bring one knee to the opposite elbow.
- Quickly return to the starting position and repeat the movement on the other side.
- Continue alternating between bringing each knee to the opposite elbow for the recommended number of repetitions or time.
Warm Up Tips
- Start by standing with your feet arms distance away from the wall.
- Turn so that your back is facing the wall.
- Position your feet shoulder-width apart and place your hands on the floor with your shoulders stacked over your hands and wrists.
- Bring your feet up on to the wall, the closer you are to the wall, the more challenging the exercise will be.
- Your arms should be fully extended and your core tight.
- This will be your starting position.
- Keeping your arms straight and core tight, bring one knee to the opposite elbow.
- Quickly return to the starting position and repeat on the other side.
- Continue alternating for the recommended number of repetitions or time.
Wall mountain climber Safety Tips
- Warm up properly before attempting the wall mountain climber exercise to prevent injuries.
- Ensure that the wall you are using is sturdy and stable to avoid any accidents or falls.
- Maintain proper form throughout the exercise to avoid strain on your shoulders and wrists. Keep your hands shoulder-width apart and stack your shoulders over your hands and wrists.
- Engage your core muscles and keep them tight throughout the exercise to provide stability and support to your body.
- Start with a distance from the wall that is comfortable for you and gradually increase the challenge as you get stronger. The closer you are to the wall, the more difficult the exercise becomes.
- Avoid locking your elbows when your arms are fully extended to prevent unnecessary strain on your joints.
- Perform the exercise at a controlled pace to maintain balance and stability. Avoid rushing through the movements.
- Breathe properly throughout the exercise. Inhale during the starting position and exhale as you bring your knee to the opposite elbow.
- Listen to your body and stop the exercise if you feel any pain or discomfort. Consult a fitness professional if you have any concerns or pre-existing conditions.
- Gradually increase the duration or number of repetitions of the exercise as your strength and endurance improve. Take it slow and steady to avoid overexertion.
Incorporating Into Other Workouts
One way to incorporate the wall mountain climber exercise into workouts is to include it in a bodyweight circuit training routine. This exercise can be performed for a certain amount of time or a certain number of repetitions, depending on your fitness level and goals.
To perform the wall mountain climber exercise, start by standing with your feet arms distance away from the wall, with your back facing the wall. Position your feet shoulder-width apart and place your hands on the floor, with your shoulders stacked over your hands and wrists.
Next, bring your feet up onto the wall, ensuring that your arms are fully extended and your core is tight. This is your starting position.
Keeping your arms straight and core tight, bring one knee to the opposite elbow. Quickly return to the starting position and repeat the movement on the other side. Continue alternating between bringing each knee to the opposite elbow for the recommended number of repetitions or time.
Incorporating the wall mountain climber into your workouts will provide serious shoulder work to help you stay in a handstand position, challenge your core muscles, and provide a serious cardiovascular challenge for calorie burn. With regular practice, you will be able to increase the time or repetitions you are able to perform and eventually take on more difficult exercises.