Hands on the platform, feet against the shoulder rests. Bring knees to elbows – wide mountain climbers.
Hold plank.
1B. Advanced – 1Y.
Down.
Exhale to bring knee to elbow, inhale to release.
Develop muscular strength of the transverse and rectus abdominis, pelvic floor, multifidus, and obliques. Scapular and pelvic stabilisers, and strengthen hip flexors as prime movers.
Option: foam cover to protect hands.
Progressions: Fewer springs.
Regressions: Add springs or kneeling wide climbers with hands on carriage or platform; foam cover needed if kneeling on platform.