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Bear Walk

Expert Advice

Keep your back flat and hips stable to engage your core and avoid putting unnecessary strain on your lower back.

How-to-do Steps

  1. Start on your hands and knees with your wrists under your shoulders and knees under your hips.
  2. Lift your knees slightly off the ground.
  3. Move one hand and the opposite foot forward simultaneously.
  4. Alternate this movement with the other hand and foot, walking forward.
  5. Continue for the desired distance or duration.

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Muscles Worked

Bear Walk primarily targets the Quads, Hamstrings, Calves, Glutes, Abs, Chest, Lats, Triceps, Biceps, Shoulders, with Cardio mechanics using Body Weight. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.

Primary
Quads
Quads10%
Hamstrings
Hamstrings10%
Calves
Calves10%
Glutes
Glutes10%
Abs
Abs10%
Chest
Chest10%
Lats
Lats10%
Triceps
Triceps10%
Biceps
Biceps10%
Shoulders
Shoulders10%
Equipment
Body Weight
Body Weight
Exercise Type
Cardio
10%Quads10%Hamstrings10%Calves10%Glutes10%Abs10%Chest10%Lats10%Triceps10%Biceps10%Shoulders

Sets & Reps Guidance

Beginner3 x 2min
Intermediate3 x 4min
Advanced4 x 5min

Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Bear Walk work?
Bear Walk primarily targets the Quads, Hamstrings, Calves, Glutes, Abs, Chest, Lats, Triceps, Biceps, Shoulders. It is classified as a Cardio exercise performed with Body Weight.
How many sets and reps should I do for Bear Walk?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 2min. Intermediate lifters can do 3 sets of 4min. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 5min. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Bear Walk suitable for beginners?
Bear Walk is rated as an advanced exercise and is best suited for experienced lifters. Beginners should build foundational strength with simpler movements first before attempting this exercise.