Mountain Ladder
Description
An ascending ladder from 5 to 30 of mountain climbers and flutter kicks, for time.
Workout
Warm-up
5 min- 5-minute easy walk plus a few bodyweight mountain climbers to warm up.
For Time
- 5-10-15-20-25-30 reps of:
- Ruck Mountain Climbers (4-count)
- Ruck Flutter Kicks (4-count)
- Complete as fast as possible.
Cool Down
5 min- Walk it out, then stretch your hip flexors and lower back.
Movement Breakdown
Ruck Mountain Climbers
- Begin in a plank position with hands directly under your shoulders and the ruck on your back.
- Drive one knee toward your chest, then quickly switch legs in a running motion.
- Keep a straight line from head to heels and a stable core throughout.
Ruck Flutter Kicks
- Lie on your back with the ruck resting on your lower shins or held at your chest.
- Lift your legs a few inches off the ground and flutter them in a small, steady kicking motion.
- Keep your lower back pressed into the ground throughout.