SLIDING MOUNTAIN CLIMBERS
WHAT YOU NEED: old washcloths, old tshirt cut up, or anything you can find that will help you slide on whatever surface you will be doing the exercise on. I used two old baby washcloths on our laminate floor.
Start in plank position with your feet on separate cloths. Make sure you try to keep your hands under your shoulders and your bum down.
*For a more advanced core workout, you can place your hands farther foward. The farther your hands are away from your shoulders, the more your abs and back are going to have to work to support you.
Bring one knee forward towards your hands.
Next, quickly push that foot back while bringing the opposite knee foward at the same time. Make sure you keep your knees aligned with your hips and shoulders.
Keep alternating legs quickly for 30-45 seconds. Rest for 15 seconds. Repeat 4-5 times.
I LOVE this exercise. Mountain climbers are awesome because they work your WHOLE body. When done properly, mountain climbers (and thus sliding mountain climbers as well) would be considered a cardio and a strength training exercise. I discovered these sliding mountain climbers the other day from my go-to workout book that I talked about here. These are as easy or as hard as you make them. The faster you move your legs, the harder the workout. The harder the workout, the faster the results! So, not only is this exercise fabulous and efficient, it is fun too! Who doesn't like to slide? : )
Try these! You'll love 'em and you'll be one step closer to being Fit n' Firm! : )
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