Pike Push-up
Muscle Groups: Chest, Shoulders
Pike Push-up focuses on Chest, Shoulders, with Triceps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Pike Push-up with proper form and technique.
- 1
Start in a high plank position, then walk your feet closer to your hands while keeping your legs and arms straight, lifting your hips high to form an inverted V shape with your body.
- 2
Position your hands shoulder-width apart, fingers pointing forward, and your head relaxed between your arms.
- 3
Bend your elbows, lowering the top of your head towards the floor between your hands, keeping your hips elevated.
- 4
Push through your hands to extend your arms and return to the starting inverted V position.
Secondary Muscles
While Pike Push-up primarily targets Chest, Shoulders , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Triceps . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Pike Push-up, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Pike Push-up, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
