Ring Mountain Climber
Expert Advice
Maintain a strong plank position throughout the exercise and focus on bringing your knees up as close to your chest as possible without losing form.
How-to-do Steps
- Start in a plank position with your feet in the rings.
- Keep your back flat and core engaged.
- Alternate driving your knees towards your chest in a controlled manner.
- Continue alternating legs for the desired number of repetitions or time.
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Muscles Worked
Ring Mountain Climber primarily targets the Abs, with Strength mechanics using Suspension. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary

Abs100%
Equipment
Suspension

Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Ring Mountain Climber work?
Ring Mountain Climber primarily targets the Abs. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Suspension.
How many sets and reps should I do for Ring Mountain Climber?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Ring Mountain Climber suitable for beginners?
Ring Mountain Climber is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.