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Pike-to-cobra push-up

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Pike-to-cobra push-up is a compound bodyweight exercise for the glutes, also working the abs, front delts, and triceps.

What it works

Primary muscle

Glutes

Also works

AbsFront deltsTriceps

Equipment
Bodyweight
Type
Compound · Push
Logged as
Reps
Suggested rest
1 min

How to do it

  1. 1Start in a push-up position with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart and your feet together.
  2. 2Engage your core and lift your hips up towards the ceiling, forming an inverted V shape with your body.
  3. 3Lower your upper body towards the ground by bending your elbows, keeping them close to your body.
  4. 4As you lower down, shift your weight forward and transition into a cobra pose by straightening your arms and lifting your chest up.
  5. 5Reverse the movement by bending your elbows and lowering your chest back down towards the ground.
  6. 6Push through your hands to return to the inverted V position.
  7. 7Continue the movement by lowering your hips back down towards the ground, returning to the starting push-up position.
  8. 8Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

What to do instead

  • Handstand push-upBodyweight
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Easier variations

  • Push-up inside leg kickBodyweight
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