Bear crawl
The bear crawl is a full-body exercise that primarily targets the cardiovascular system. It involves crawling on all fours while keeping your knees off the ground, engaging multiple muscle groups and improving overall conditioning.

At a glance
- Area
- Cardio
- Main muscle
- Cardiovascular system
- Secondary muscles
- Triceps, Hamstrings, Glutes
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your core engaged to maintain stability.
- Move opposite hand and foot simultaneously.
- Keep your back flat and hips low.
- Breathe steadily throughout the movement.
What to watch out for
- wrist injuries
- shoulder injuries
- knee injuries
- lower back pain
Also known as
Camminata dell'orso, cardio exercise, bodyweight cardio, full body workout