Mobility

Lateral Gorilla Crawl

The Lateral Gorilla Crawl is a dynamic full-body exercise. It focuses on the core and legs while also working the arms and shoulders. Popular among athletes, it enhances strength, flexibility, stability, Cadio fitness, fat burning and can aid in injury rehabilitation.

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Lateral Gorilla Crawl instructions

Step-by-step instructions

Start crouched down with your hands touching the floor slightly in front of you, keep your feet on your toes and your knees slightly bent.

Jump a bit to your right, landing with your right hand and left foot forward.

Quickly bring your left hand and right foot forward as well to meet them.

Jump a bit to your right, this time landing with your left hand and right foot forward.

Continue these steps moving in a lateral direction for your desired length.

Start crouched down with your hands touching the floor slightly in front of you, keep your feet on your toes and your knees slightly bent.

Jump a bit to your right, landing with your right hand and left foot forward.

Quickly bring your left hand and right foot forward as well to meet them.

Jump a bit to your right, this time landing with your left hand and right foot forward.

Continue these steps moving in a lateral direction for your desired length.

Equipment needed

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