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Mountain Climb Reach • Burst

  • Writer: Trail Built Living
    Trail Built Living
  • May 4
  • 1 min read

Quick exercise to build strength and wake up the body


For kids—and grown-ups too


Builds


Strength • Endurance

Coordination • Focus


Morning movement • Before sports

Quick reset • Rainy day play • Ages 4+


The Spark


Climb strong. Reach long.

Pick all or mix.


Stay steady. Keep moving.

Breathe.


Try It


Mountain Climbers • Move quick

Reach Forward • Extend long

Step Back • Stay balanced

Hold Pause • Stay strong

Stretch Tall • Reset


Keep It Going


Repeat 2–3 rounds.

Slow it down or add speed.


Movement builds endurance.


ZigZag Creature Tip


Grimble keeps climbing.

Strong hands

Steady steps


Try this next → Wide Reach Shift Mini Zig

Mini Zig • Strength + Mobility



See you on the trail → 🐾


ZigZag all over the world 🌍  

where the wild things go


This practice is for educational purposes. 

Please listen to your body and modify 

as needed. Younger children should use 

guidance and supervision.


 
 

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ZigZag Creatures is part of Trail Built Living™— a collection of  field notes, films, stories, and outdoor movement inspired by life on the trail.  Trail Built Living™ was created by Kether Mayen, trail name Spunky Mind

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