Weighted Pike Push-up
Muscle Groups: Chest, Shoulders
Weighted Pike Push-up focuses on Chest, Shoulders, with Triceps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Pike Push-up with proper form and technique.
- 1
Start in a high plank position, then walk your feet closer to your hands, lifting your hips high to form an inverted V shape with your body.
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Carefully place a weight plate on your upper back, just below your neck, ensuring it is stable.
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Position your hands shoulder-width apart, fingers pointing forward, with your head aligned with your spine, looking towards your feet.
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Bend your elbows, lowering the top of your head towards the floor between your hands, keeping your hips elevated.
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Push through your hands to extend your elbows and return to the starting inverted V position, maintaining the weight's stability.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted 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
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These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted 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.
