pike-to-cobra push-up
pike-to-cobra push-up is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Start in a push-up position with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart and your feet together.
Step 2
Engage your core and lift your hips up towards the ceiling, forming an inverted V shape with your body.
Step 3
Lower your upper body towards the ground by bending your elbows, keeping them close to your body.
Step 4
As you lower down, shift your weight forward and transition into a cobra pose by straightening your arms and lifting your chest up.
Step 5
Reverse the movement by bending your elbows and lowering your chest back down towards the ground.
Step 6
Push through your hands to return to the inverted V position.
Step 7
Continue the movement by lowering your hips back down towards the ground, returning to the starting push-up position.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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