Pike Push-ups
An upper-body exercise performed in a pike stance, targeting the shoulders and upper chest while building overhead pressing strength and core stability.
INTERMEDIATE
Staggered-Hands Pushup
Staggered-Hands Pushup strengthens your upper body and explicitly targets the chest, shoulders, triceps, and arms. This movement also helps to tone and tighten your core.
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Instructions
- Get into a standard push-up position with your right hand just above your right shoulder and your left hand just below your left shoulder.
- Lower your body to the floor, tensing your core and pressing your elbows to your sides. When your chest touches the floor, pause and then return to the starting position. Repeat, and then change the position of the hands.
Tips
- Avoid shifting hips. Instead, keep your core tight and your back straight throughout the movement.
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