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Pike Push-up

Shoulders · Triceps · Upper Chest

A Typical Session

22 Min
Warm-up
4m
Main Set
14m
Cooldown
4m
8 kcal
/ min (est.)
3 × 12
sets × reps

Why this exercise

Difficulty: Intermediate

The best bodyweight exercise for building shoulder strength and size at home.

StrengthCoreEndurance

Workout Intensity

Est. burn rate

Low
Med
High
Sets
3
Reps
12
Rest
60s

How to Perform

  1. 1.Start in a downward dog position with hips high in the air.
  2. 2.Place hands shoulder-width apart and walk feet closer to hands.
  3. 3.Bend elbows and lower your head toward the ground.
  4. 4.Push back up to starting position.

Pro Tips

  • The steeper the angle, the harder the exercise.
  • Keep elbows tracking over wrists.
  • Progress to elevated pike push-ups for more challenge.

Equipment

None

Safety

Avoid if you have wrist or shoulder pain.

Quick Notes
  • Perform with controlled tempo.
  • Use a mat if wrists are sensitive.
  • Track progress and increase reps slowly.