Pike Push-up

Push-up in pike position to target shoulders

Category

Gymnasticsbodyweight work on a bar, rings or the floor

Logged as

Reps

Primary muscles

Shoulders, triceps

Secondary

Upper back, core

Scaling ladder

2 harder, 1 easier

Box Handstand Push-upHandstand push-up with feet on box Handstand Push-upInverted push-up against wall

Pike Push-upWorks shoulders, triceps

Push-upStandard push-up

Frequently asked

3 answers

What muscles does the Pike Push-up work?

Pike Push-up primarily works shoulders, triceps, with secondary engagement of upper back, core.

What's an easier alternative to the Pike Push-up?

Scale it to Push-up.

What's a harder progression from the Pike Push-up?

Progress to Box Handstand Push-up or Handstand Push-up once the Pike Push-up is comfortable.

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