Across-Body Mountain-Climber

Instructions for the Mountain Climber Cross:<br>1. Start in a plank position with your arms straightened, hands placed directly underneath your shoulders, and your body forming a straight line from your heels to your head.

2. Engage your core by pulling your belly button towards your spine, ensuring your back remains flat and avoid letting your hips sag or pike up.

3. Lift your right foot off the ground and drive your right knee diagonally towards your left elbow. As you do this, twist your torso slightly to allow your knee to come closer to your elbow.

4. Return the right leg back to the starting position.

5. Repeat on the other side by lifting your left foot and driving your left knee diagonally towards your right elbow with a slight twist in the torso.

6. Alternate between sides for the desired number of repetitions or duration, maintaining a steady pace throughout the exercise.

7. Keep the movements controlled, and focus on using your obliques to complete the cross-body motion.

Remember to breathe steadily throughout the exercise and to keep your shoulders, hips, and heels in alignment. Exercise intensity can be increased by speeding up the knee drives without sacrificing form.

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