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Cardio · Suspension Trainer
Suspension Trainer With Grips Mountain Climber
Suspension Trainer With Grips Mountain Climber is an intermediate compound cardio exercise that works the cardiovascular system (cardio), with the quadriceps and triceps assisting. It needs a suspension trainer. A typical prescription is 1-3 rounds of 30-60 seconds, and it burns about 9.8 calories per minute.
- Target
- Cardiovascular System
- Body part
- Cardio
- Equipment
- Suspension Trainer
- Category
- Cardio
- Mechanic
- Compound
- Force
- Push
- Sets × reps
- 1-3 × 30-60 sec
- Calories / min
- ≈ 9.8 kcal
Primary muscles
- Abdominals · Rectus Abdominis, Obliques
- Hip Flexors · Iliopsoas
Secondary muscles
- Quadriceps · Quadriceps Femoris
- Triceps · Triceps Brachii
How to do Suspension Trainer With Grips Mountain Climber
- Adjust the suspension trainer handles to about knee height. Place your feet in the handles and assume a plank position with your hands placed directly under your shoulders, arms fully extended.
- Engage your core and maintain a straight line from your head to your heels.
- Drive your right knee towards your chest, keeping your left leg extended. Quickly switch legs, driving your left knee towards your chest while extending your right leg back.
- Continue alternating legs in a running motion for the desired number of repetitions or duration.
Form tips
- Perform the movement with a steady and controlled tempo to maximize muscle engagement and prevent injury.
- Keep your shoulders directly over your hands to maintain proper alignment.
- Start with a slower pace and gradually increase your speed as your strength and coordination improve.
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Suspension Trainer With Grips Mountain Climber FAQ
What muscles does Suspension Trainer With Grips Mountain Climber work?
Suspension Trainer With Grips Mountain Climber mainly works the cardiovascular system in the cardio (Rectus Abdominis, Obliques and Iliopsoas). The quadriceps and triceps work as secondary muscles.
What equipment do you need for Suspension Trainer With Grips Mountain Climber?
You need a suspension trainer.
How many sets and reps of Suspension Trainer With Grips Mountain Climber should I do?
Start with 1-3 rounds of 30-60 seconds. Pick a load or variation where the last one or two reps are hard but your form stays clean.
Is Suspension Trainer With Grips Mountain Climber good for beginners?
It's rated intermediate. Beginners can work up to it once they control simpler cardio exercises.
How many calories does Suspension Trainer With Grips Mountain Climber burn?
About 9.8 calories per minute for a person of around 70 kg, based on a MET value of 8. Ten minutes of work is roughly 98 calories; heavier people burn more.
What is a good alternative to Suspension Trainer With Grips Mountain Climber?
Other exercises for the cardiovascular system include Mountain Climber, Bridge - Mountain Climber (Cross Body), Climber a Padded Stool Supported and Air Punches March.
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