Pike to Cobra Push-up

Pike to Cobra Push-up demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Start in a pike position, with your hands and feet on the ground
  • 2Lower your body towards the ground leading with your chest
  • 3As your chest almost touches the ground, change your body position to a cobra
  • 4Push your body up by extending your arms fully
  • 5Return to the starting position and repeat

Tips:

  • Keep your core engaged through the movement
  • Ensure a smooth transition between the pike and cobra positions
  • Keep your elbows close to your body to maximize triceps activation
  • Maintain a straight line from your head to your heels in pike position

Pike to Cobra Push-up Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs