Mountain Climber vs Rotation Push Up
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Mountain Climber more often — 1,794 sessions vs 8. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Mountain Climber and Rotation Push Up and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Mountain Climber vs Rotation Push Up: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Mountain Climber more often — 1,794 sessions compared to 8 for Rotation Push Up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Mountain Climber and Rotation Push Up differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Mountain Climber and Rotation Push Up Differ
| What differs | Mountain Climber | Rotation Push Up |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | abs, quads, and glutes | chest, abs, and triceps |
| Difficulty | 3 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 1,794 sessions | 8 sessions |
How to Do Mountain Climber
Mountain Climber Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Spread your arms shoulder-width apart and lie face down, lightly engaging your core to create a straight line with your body.
- 2. While keeping one foot off the ground, pull your knee towards your chest.
- 3. As you return the lifted foot to its original position, lift the opposite foot and pull its knee towards your chest, repeating the process.
Coach's Tips
- This exercise is done quickly to achieve the effects of aerobic exercise rather than slowly feeling the stimulation. Try to perform it at a slightly faster tempo than other exercises.
For a full Mountain Climber guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Mountain Climber exercise guide.
How to Do Rotation Push Up
Rotation Push Up Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Please lower yourself until your chest is just about to touch the floor.
- 2. At this time, your forearms should be perpendicular to the floor.
- 3. As you rise, lift one arm towards the ceiling.
- 4. Then, lower yourself back down while placing the other arm on the ground.
- 5. Slowly return to the starting position.
- 6. Please repeat the same with the opposite arm.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please go down only as much as you can without straining your shoulders.
- 2. Keep your core engaged to prevent your hips from dropping.
For a full Rotation Push Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Rotation Push Up exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Mountain Climber or Rotation Push Up?
Planfit users log Mountain Climber more often — 1,794 sessions against 8 for Rotation Push Up. Both train Core, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Mountain Climber and Rotation Push Up work the same muscles?
Not quite. Mountain Climber loads abs, quads, and glutes, and Rotation Push Up loads chest, abs, and triceps.
What equipment do Mountain Climber and Rotation Push Up need?
Mountain Climber needs bodyweight only, and Rotation Push Up needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Mountain Climber is the easier place to start. Move to Rotation Push Up once your form holds up.
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