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Chair Mountain Climber

The Chair Mountain Climber is a high-intensity cardio workout targeting abs and legs. It's like running in place using a chair, enhancing cardio fitness and muscle endurance, while fortifying core and lower body routines.
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Chair Mountain Climber instructions
Step-by-step instructions
1
Sit on the edge of a sturdy chair, grip your hands on the sides of the seat for support.
2
Rightly position yourself by sliding your butt off the chair, resting only your heel on the ground.
3
Tuck your knees into your chest, one at a time, as if you are climbing a mountain.
4
Continue this movement, alternating your legs, as quickly as possible to get your heart pumping.
5
Make sure your back straight and your stomach muscles drawn in while performing this exercise. Avoid slumping or rounding your shoulders.
Sit on the edge of a sturdy chair, grip your hands on the sides of the seat for support.
Rightly position yourself by sliding your butt off the chair, resting only your heel on the ground.
Tuck your knees into your chest, one at a time, as if you are climbing a mountain.
Continue this movement, alternating your legs, as quickly as possible to get your heart pumping.
Make sure your back straight and your stomach muscles drawn in while performing this exercise. Avoid slumping or rounding your shoulders.
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