Pike Push-Up
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Pike Push-Up

Front Deltoids · secondary: Triceps, Upper Chest
Shoulders intermediate home bodyweight
Sets × Reps
3 × 8-12
Rest
60s
Est. Calories
~7/min
Muscle Group
Shoulders
Starting Position

Set up with shoulders stacked over the working joint, core braced, and a stable base.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Form an inverted V with hips high, hands and feet on the floor.

2. Bend the elbows to lower the top of your head toward the floor.

3. Press back up to the start.

Breathing

Exhale as you push away from the body, inhale on the way back.

Common Mistakes

Flaring the elbows too wide, arching the lower back, and rushing the lockout.

Safety Tips

Stop the set if you feel joint pain rather than muscle fatigue; keep the movement controlled.

Variations

Beginner: Keep hips lower / hands elevated on a step.

Intermediate: As described.

Advanced: Elevate the feet to increase load on the shoulders.

Equipment Not Available? Try Instead
Push-Up
Middle Chest
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Front Deltoids
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