Abs exercise · body weight
Bridge - Mountain Climber (Cross Body)
The bridge - mountain climber (cross body) is a bodyweight exercise that targets the abs, with the glutes, quadriceps and hamstrings assisting.
- Target muscle
- Abs
- Also works
- Glutes, quadriceps, hamstrings, shoulders, triceps
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body part
- Waist
How to do the bridge - mountain climber (cross body)
- Start in a high plank position with your hands directly under your shoulders and your body in a straight line.
- Engage your core and lift your right foot off the ground, bringing your right knee towards your left elbow.
- Return your right foot to the starting position and repeat the movement with your left foot towards your right elbow.
- Continue alternating sides, moving at a controlled pace.
- Keep your hips level and avoid lifting your hips too high or sagging them too low.
- Maintain a steady breathing pattern throughout the exercise.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Sets and reps
Start with 3 sets of 10–15 reps, resting 45–60 seconds. When every set feels easy, add reps, slow the lowering phase or move to a harder variation.
Muscles worked
The main muscle is the abs. The glutes, quadriceps, hamstrings, shoulders and triceps work as secondary muscles. See all ab exercises or every bodyweight exercise.
