Pike Push Up Strength Standards for Men and Women

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Pike Push Up Rep Standards

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LevelReps
Beginner< 1
Novice6
Intermediate19
Advanced36
Elite54

Pike Push Up Standards by Bodyweight

Find the Pike Push Up strength standards for your specific body weight.
BodyweightBeginnerNoviceIntermediateAdvancedElite
110 lbs< 16203959
120 lbs< 18213958
130 lbs< 18213857
140 lbs< 19223855
150 lbs< 19223754
160 lbs< 19223753
170 lbs< 110213652
180 lbs< 110213550
190 lbs< 110213549
200 lbs< 110213448
210 lbs< 110203347
220 lbs< 110203246
230 lbs< 110193245
240 lbs< 110193144
250 lbs< 19193043
260 lbs< 19183042
270 lbs< 19182941
280 lbs< 19182840
290 lbs< 19172839
300 lbs< 19172738
310 lbs< 18162637
BodyweightBeginnerNoviceIntermediateAdvancedElite
90 lbs< 1< 1153250
100 lbs< 13163148
110 lbs< 14163147
120 lbs< 15163045
130 lbs< 15152944
140 lbs< 15152842
150 lbs< 15152741
160 lbs< 15142639
170 lbs< 15142638
180 lbs< 15142537
190 lbs< 15132435
200 lbs< 15132334
210 lbs< 14122233
220 lbs< 14122232
230 lbs< 14122131
240 lbs< 14112030
250 lbs< 13112029
260 lbs< 13111928

Pike Push Up Standards by Age

Discover how Pike Push Up strength standards vary across different age groups.
AgeBeginnerNoviceIntermediateAdvancedElite
15< 13142844
20< 18203754
25< 18213856
30< 18213856
35< 18213856
40< 18213856
45< 17193552
50< 14163147
55< 1< 1132742
60< 1< 1102236
65< 1< 171730
70< 1< 131324
75< 1< 1< 1918
80< 1< 1< 1613
85< 1< 1< 1< 110
90< 1< 1< 1< 17
AgeBeginnerNoviceIntermediateAdvancedElite
15< 1< 1102235
20< 13142944
25< 14153046
30< 14153046
35< 14153046
40< 14153046
45< 1< 1132743
50< 1< 1112438
55< 1< 192033
60< 1< 161628
65< 1< 1< 11223
70< 1< 1< 1917
75< 1< 1< 1513
80< 1< 1< 1< 19
85< 1< 1< 1< 16
90< 1< 1< 1< 1< 1

Pike Push Up Overview

The Pike Push Up is a bodyweight exercise that primarily targets the shoulders and triceps by mimicking an inverted pressing motion, enhancing upper body strength and stability.

Muscles Worked

Equipment Needed

None

How To Perform the Pike Push Up

  1. Start in a downward dog position with hands shoulder-width apart and hips lifted high.
  2. Keep your body in an inverted 'V' shape, with your head between your arms.
  3. Bend your elbows to lower your head towards the ground in a controlled manner.
  4. Push through your palms to extend your arms and return to the starting position.
  5. Keep your core engaged and maintain a neutral spine throughout the movement.
  6. Inhale as you lower your head and exhale as you push back up.

Want to perfect your form? Check out our detailed guide on Pike Push Up for proper technique and tips.

Pro Tips for Pike Push Up

  • Keep your elbows tucked in to engage the triceps more effectively.
  • Ensure your head moves directly between your hands for optimal form.
  • If you're a beginner, try performing the exercise with your feet elevated on a raised surface to reduce difficulty.
  • Avoid letting your lower back sag to maintain proper alignment and prevent injury.

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