Pike Push-Up
How to do it
Starting position
- Place your hands on the floor shoulder-width apart.
- Pull your feet toward your hands and raise your hips high.
- Keep your legs straight and form a triangle with your body.
- Look between your feet.
Movement
- Bend your elbows and lower your head to the floor in front of your hands.
- Use your shoulder strength to push the floor away.
- Fully extend your arms to return to the starting position.
Breathing
Inhale as you go down, and exhale as you come up.
Trainer tips
- Lift your hips high to form an inverted V shape
- Lower the top of your head toward the floor
- Bend your elbows at a 45-degree angle
Cautions
- It can place excessive stress on your wrists, so press into the floor with your entire palms.
- Dropping the hips and turning it into a regular push-up
- Only dropping the head without lowering the body
If you feel pain during the exercise, stop. If it continues, talk to a professional.
Exercise info
| Primary muscles |  Front delts Side delts |
|---|---|
| Secondary muscles | Triceps · Traps |
| Equipment |  Bodyweight |
| Movement pattern | Vertical push |
| Rep range | 8–15 reps |
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