If the mountain climber exercise sounds like hard work, that’s because it is. ‘The good news is that this move is well worth the sweat and tears, thanks to its numerous health benefits,’ says Jack Claxton, a level 3 personal trainer and personal training ambassador at David Lloyd Clubs (davidlloyd.co.uk).
‘As a compound exercise, mountain climbers work multiple muscle groups and joints at the same time, including core muscles such as your back, hips and abs. They also work the glutes, leg and shoulders,’ explains Claxton. ‘Not only that, they’re great for adding a cardio element to your training, giving your heart rate a boost.’
They’re versatile, too. ‘As you get stronger and pick up the pace, you’ll work your heart harder,’ says Claxton. ‘Plus, you can add more of…
