Suspension Mountain Climber: How-to, Tips & More
The Suspension Mountain Climber is a intermediate compound exercise for your abs. You do it with suspension trainer. It is a good fit when your goal is general fitness.
Besides the abs, it also works your shoulders and glutes, so it fits well in a session that trains those muscles together.
Muscles worked
Abs
Primary
Shoulders
Secondary
Glutes
Secondary
How to do the Suspension Mountain Climber
- Put your feet in the straps and get into a high plank.
- Drive one knee toward your chest.
- Switch legs quickly.
- Keep your hips level.
Suspension Mountain Climber tips
- Count each leg as one rep.
Sets and reps
Most lifters do well with 20 to 40 reps per set, and 20 to 40 reps is where this exercise tends to work best. Use a weight that leaves one or two reps in reserve on every set, and add weight once you can complete all your sets at the top of the range. It also works well in a superset with an exercise for the opposite muscles.
Equipment
Suspension trainer
Type
Compound
Suspension Mountain Climber alternatives
More abs exercises
Ab Wheel Rollout
Ab wheel
Band Kneeling Crunch
Resistance band
Barbell Rollout
Barbell
Bicycle Crunch
Bodyweight
Bird Dog
Bodyweight
Cable Crunch
Cable machine
Frequently asked questions
What muscles does the Suspension Mountain Climber work?
The Suspension Mountain Climber mainly works your abs, with help from your shoulders and glutes.
How many sets and reps should I do?
A good starting point is 20 to 40 reps per set, and many lifters get the best results between 20 to 40 reps. Use a weight that leaves one or two reps in reserve.
Is the Suspension Mountain Climber good for beginners?
It is rated intermediate, so it is better to build a base with simpler movements first and add it when your technique is solid.
What equipment do I need for the Suspension Mountain Climber?
You need suspension trainer.
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