The alligator crawl is a bodyweight exercise done on all fours that improves full-body strength, coordination and stability.

Cross-crawl movements mimic the natural pattern of crawling that infants use to develop motor skills. The exercise involves moving opposite limbs simultaneously, like the left arm with the right leg.

Bear crawls engage the core muscles intensely, improving stability and balance. As you move on all fours, your abs and lower back work together to keep your body steady. This constant engagement ...