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Core and abs · Strengthening

Gliding Knee Tucks with Sliders

Slider mountain climber, 3 sets, 12 repetitions per leg, with sliders under the feet

Illustration of the Gliding Knee Tucks with Sliders exercise

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How to do the exercise

Sets: 3

Repetitions: 12 per leg

Equipment: sliders under the feet

Description: Assume a high plank position, hands on the ground under the shoulders, sliders under your feet. Bring one knee towards the chest by sliding the foot on the slider, then return to the starting position before repeating with the other leg.

Tips: Keep your back straight and engage your abdominal muscles to stabilize the trunk. Perform the movement slowly and in a controlled manner to maximize strengthening.

Progression: Increase the number of repetitions per set or reduce rest time between sets to intensify the exercise.

At a glance

Goal
Strengthening
Level
Intermediate
Equipment
sliders
Starting position
High plank position, hands on the ground, sliders under the feet
Clinical goal
Core muscle strengthening
Also known as
gliding knee tuck, sliding mountain climber, core slider exercise

Precautions

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This information is educational and does not replace advice from a healthcare professional. Ask your physiotherapist or doctor before starting, especially if you have pain, a recent injury or have had surgery.