Overview

The pike press performed with the feet elevated is a challenging exercise that builds strength in the arms, shoulders, and torso. With the feet elevated more weight is transferred to the shoulders and arms, making this a good exercise to help you with your hand stand.

Description

• With your feet elevated on a sturdy raised platform, get into a pushup position.
• Walk your hands backwards and lift the hips straight up.
• Keep your knees straight.
• In this position, perform pushups, bringing your forehead to the ground and press back up.
• Repeat for a specified number of reps.

Mistakes

• Rounding the back.
• Bending the knees.