Side Bear Crawl Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Core
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Plyometrics
- Primary Muscle
- Core
- Secondary Muscles
- Shoulders, Legs
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- plyometrics
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.2
- Alternate Names
- Lateral Bear Crawl
How to: Side Bear Crawl
- Start in a tabletop position with hands under shoulders and knees under hips.
- Engage your core and lift your knees off the ground slightly, hovering above.
- Move your left hand and right foot forward, then immediately bring your right hand and left foot forward.
- Continue crawling sideways, alternating sides while keeping your core tight.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the hips sag
- Moving too fast or without control
- Not maintaining an even pattern of movement
Modifications
- Perform the movement on your knees for a lower intensity.
- Use a slow tempo to reduce strain on shoulders.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Move slowly to maintain balance and control.
- Avoid letting your hips sag or pike.
Side Bear Crawl Alternatives
Tags
core
plyometrics
balance
shoulders
aerobic
stability