The Forgotten Exercise For Bigger Shoulders

[@FitnessFAQs]

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[@xcristi9047]

Pike push ups really build up your upper body strength to another level, they also work the serratus anterior muscle

[@Adi_Bossanac]

I do them and also pseudo planche pushups while maintaining the protraction and pushing through the elbows like dominic sky explained in one of his videos, very good for serratuds anterior muscle, its on fire.

[@FitnessFAQs]

Most definitely. Another excellent overhead press in your training toolbox.

[@ImNot]

so that's why my serratus is popping off, looks really aesthethic

[@kaledzarzar453]

Finally a video that isn't a collaboration. Been missing these ones and I personally think that they are much better

[@Unique_Racing]

I like the podcast honestly and prefer them over this because I’ve purchased his body by rings and he explains this in multiple of his videos on his website. If you purchase his workout and you’ll get 2 detailed videos for every exercise while he breaks it down in a push, pull, Strech, & core categories. I’m having amazing results and suggest taking a look at body by rings workout.

[@FitnessFAQs]

Appreciate the feedback brother. We will work hard to post both original and collab content moving forward. The goal is to keep you all growing with a wide range of perspectives 👊

[@mikevokes2216]

Collab is wack jack

[@MagnificentImbecil]

Collabs are great and demonstrate openness to learning together with others. And Daniel already has countless great videos which can be watched forever.

[@anomaly3215]

cry

[@raghavvohra8867]

Mate i have been following u for a quite while now. My body has totally transformed coz of Calisthenics,thanks to you mate. I do 200 push ups on alternate days with Variations. Thanks big brother! Appreciate your hardwork!

[@FitnessFAQs]

Good stuff mate. Hats off to you doing the work.

[@Danyi234]

3:10

[@NeilThompson-ej6yp]

Likewise, I just discovered your channel but I did 11k diamond pushups this month and didn’t get the gains I wanted. I am ripped nonetheless. I think I need to be working smarter. Been trying to perfect this push-up for 2 hours now. Hope this video is it

[@corenko]

Pike push ups - best exercise for blood pressure PR

[@calisthenicschristhebodywe5524]

My favorite pushing movement ever. You can do drop sets and not worry about failing compared to a handstand. Definitely built my shoulders superset with face pull!!

[@pcassio23]

Pike + face pull ? Is this your Superset? I LL give a try.

[@FitnessFAQs]

The idea of drop sets are great way to accumulate extra volume. A great overloading strategy to bust plateaus and spark growth.

[@calisthenicschristhebodywe5524]

@@pcassio23 yep then you can do like a Lu ring raise. Give it a try!

[@calisthenicschristhebodywe5524]

@@FitnessFAQs I got the 🐐 to respond!!!

[@TheDJswordgames]

I love all the different settings you demonstrate doing the pike push ups in. It really demonstrates how you don’t need much to progress this exercise when you’re ready.

[@nikkgonz]

2:51 i love that what he says here applies to all other areas of life. Its deep. Physical training builds character which is why i believe solely working out for aesthetics will always fail. This work requires inspiration. A reason far greater than a body.

[@akshatmehra3951]

🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@andresg.a]

I love doing pike push ups on the rings, I am happy I'm in the hard level. It took me a while to get to this one. Thanks Daniel for breaking out all the step by step progress. It really makes a difference.

[@karolkonieczny9130]

6'2" here, it is definitely more difficult to build solid shoulder strength for us, tall guys but it is possible. I recently learned a clean tuck press to handstand, and 3 solid wall hs push ups. And my delts absolutely exploded in size as a side effect :)

[@p0p765]

Oooo what exercise routine do you do everyday to get those results if i may ask?

[@PhysiqueForLifeLLC]

Thanks!

[@samfuller2016]

I always had slight shoulder pain when I did overhead press and just did too much weight. After starting strictly doing pike push ups for my shoulders, I have seen massive improvements in strength with no associated shoulder pain! These saved my shoulders!

[@Peter-k2j]

same hope they work for me too

[@derekwbmx]

This video is encouraging for me. I’ve been struggling with pike push-ups lately and feel like I haven’t been progressing as fast as I have with other exercises like pull-ups. It’s good to hear that that’s normal and to just stay consistent.

[@larsnystrom6698]

@@derekwbmx I recently started pike press in rings. Difficult to get them right so I start slovly, as usual. Now they feel exceptionally good! I used to do standing press with a bar. That was easier to get right. Not many in my gym does any standing press. I think that's sad, because they do much for you, and are irreplaceable. But it's hard work to do them. So you have to actually realize how good they are for you. Otherwise you won't do them. It has taken me years to understand that! The thing is, I have realized, that it takes years to see the real effect of upward press. But it's worth persisting doing it!

[@yyyy-uv3po]

After reaching a plateau on HSPU, I came back to pike push-ups, this time on rings. I could barely do 6 reps at first, but it's now my preferred exercise for shoulders. I can only validate everything he said in this video.

[@ee7369]

Wow what great video and advice. There are moments in the video like near the end of it, where he says that it will pay off if we have realistic goals and keep at it. A simple statement but people need to understand that.

[@curiosity9678]

Daniel this is such a clean video! clear, informative, and well shot and edited! The timing is fantastic too since I wanted to learn how to do pike push ups. Great stuff!

[@jakemccoy]

4:19 I was waiting for the parallettes. This is a more accessible option for people working out at home. I don't have a ledge anywhere at home. And a proper ledge at the park/gym would be a search adventure.

[@endo9913]

The best video I’ve seen on this and as someone in their 60s, I found it hugely motivating!

[@vladcraioveanu233]

I found making a point from touching the floor with the tip of my head makes this more like of an overhead press (full shoulder recruited) than an incline press.

[@beejaymac2567]

this exercise can even rival the barbell overhead press when properly overloaded

[@austenlawson5993]

I’ve been stuck on floor pikes for way too long and often have the worst tight neck the day after. This is the video I needed, now I understand where my mistakes are

[@Mavnels10]

"Fragile wrists" bro went there

[@davidt9841]

SO many people have well-developed front and middle delts, with the rear delts lagging behind. Why? Because many other exercises contribute to shoulder growth. How about providing rear-delt-specific exercises? Many would appreciate that! Thanks for what you do!

[@alessandrooneto6030]

Face pulls are a great option for rear delts. He has a few videos on that.

[@larsnystrom6698]

@davidt9841 I consider hanging rows with a little wider elbows as my main exercise for the posterior deltoid. And for the traps/romboid between the scapulas. Row with the elbows close to the body is mainly for the lats. But it also works the posterior delts.

[@D-Rex-]

Excellent video! I like the incorporation of regression/progression and outlining reps for different goals (muscle, vs. strength) Thanks for your work!

[@T00186]

2:01 This man has a demon back!

[@champd12z]

These have always been so difficult for me but when I do them, they are very effective. Thanks for this video and for the kick in the rear to do them!

[@ricknograv]

Always love your video's Daniel. No one explains so clearly👌🏽 am following 4 of your programs for about 2 years now and am really happy with the progress. Consistency and discipline is key, but when you do, results are imminent🔥

[@TomEssTrainz]

Full ROM pike push-ups are extremely underrated, first time i done them i was shocked at the difficulty to say the least. The stretch on my shoulders and traps is insane when i do them, pumping that area up and adding to the yoke look, 10/10 exercise. Calisthenics is the GOATED form of exercise IMO

[@zirorivera2507]

Never heard of depressing the shoulders and it absolutely change the feeling of the pike push up in my shoulders, im definetly gonna retake em

[@Bjorn_R]

You know Daniel. I have been struggling with a shoulder injury and some pain in my right elbow. I still wanted some sort of over head tricpes work and yesterday I realized that the variant I was using was 100% identical to triceps exercise you have been using. Only I did it with a cable machine. I have also been much more strict with not flaring my elbows (like you mentioned here) when doing overhead press. Hopefully my shoulder will recover soon so i can have a little fun again!

[@HenryLeonhard]

Start to do Band Pull Aparts every day and warm up your Rotator Cuff! + stretch your shoulder on a daily basis This Routine saved my shoulders

[@akshatmehra3951]

I hope u are good by now. For shoulder injury, there’s no option but seeing a physio. I too had to go thru a rehab for like 4 months, but at the end of day I started working out again. Bodyweight exercises like pushups and pull-ups felt the best for my shoulders, and since then been doing these only. For shoulders there’s a lot of awareness required to keep safe form. Rotator cuff is there, then fixing scapular function including lower traps, serratus anterior also. Also once u are done with the physio rehab, u can slowly incorporate dead hangs as many people say they keep shoulders healthy. Overall shoulder is a complex joint, get a good physio and research a lot - this is what helped me overcome hurdles in shoulder pain and injury.

[@ryanmilton2643]

There is so much here! I stopped these for no reason. Love it

[@abrokanfxr3388]

hard to belive he's sharing this knowledge and quality content for free, kudos!

[@GTkars]

wall assisted handstand pushups build big shoulders fast. You go shoulder width or closer for intensity and wide for reps. ive seen it build big shoulders in 3 months. i knew a guy who only did dips all day and when i showed him the handstand press. he fell on his face. but in 3 months his shoulders swole out 3d. handstands pushups are great for building mass without weights.

[@larsnystrom6698]

I'm beginning to get pike press in rings to work for me. It's a satisfying exercise when you get it right!

[@djj3357]

The Rings are absolutely King with this exercise!! No substitute compares.

[@jayster141]

A master video. I would love to see more of the topics you've already covered over the years re-done in this format.

[@nonlose]

Good to hear that it may be a delay seing some progressing. I have been doing them for a while now and I have noticed the strength difference. Although after seeing more videos I will have to, put the feet together.

[@jorg7679]

Been neglecting overhead pushing movements since I started calisthenics a year ago. Now including pike pushup progressions in my workouts. Very humbling to be at beginner-ish level when on other movements Im much better (archer pushups, weighted dips & pullups etc.)

[@romankorotash692]

This is truly an excellent exercise. You could also add banded shoulder over head presses to the shoulder routine. My shoulders burn like crazy while doing them just for 15 reps on the second band (black) out of 4 that i have (4th meaning the hardest) plus also improves stability. Additionally for anyone who got some issues with reoccurring haemorrhoids/tears in our most fragile part of the body i suggest switching to bodyweight exercises when it comes to lifting heavy weights in order to build big and strong muscles as well as the strength in case of scoliosis, haemorrhoids, tears etc. when lifting very heavy should be avoided (TRX/Rings/Callisthenics/Yoga and a mix of everything bodyweight). Personally i can't work out with heavy weights and do any kind of exercise that pushes my limits with lifting weights especially bench presses since it puts a strain on my stomach thus resulting in an injury. Rings and TRX has been a game changer for me for the last 2 years. Personally there is something about working out with your bodyweight comparing to weights. I feel more mindful and it's just more enjoyable and fun especially when you are working out outside in summer period.

[@_ross5800]

You're a great coach, thank you!!

[@vnessa01]

Great video, Daniel! I really liked the form cues and the progressions.

[@spontaneousbootay]

Your tips have made my shoulder presses make sense

[@pricerowland]

Most of my overhead work is my kettlebell training, but elevated pike and divebomber pushups have been so essential for shoulder stability. They are a training staple.

[@joseph.r1122]

Great video. Thank you for what you do, Daniel. 🙏

[@lucasvarley9764]

This is really informative and interesting! One of the biggest things that have helped me build muscle aside from spending time in the gym has been a custom meal plan from Next Level Diet. I use it every week and I love it!

[@damianbix7]

Thanks for the explanation💪

[@Thetravelingmonke]

This is the only channel that's allowed to say "smash that like button" because how chill and informative he is

[@andrescalderon2208]

Pike push ups is definitely a nice exercise to do. Due to tight hamstrings and also bit of tightness on the hips, getting the hips all the way up is a bit challenging without doing some sort of combination between pike ups, decline push ups and pseudo push ups, still feeling my delts working haha. Either parallettes or two yoga blocks under each hand help me with the ROM. Finally I like to incorporate my pike push ups with archer inverted rows(australian pull ups) as a superset after having done a super set of weighted (10lbs) / archer push ups and weighted pull ups.

[@snapfest10]

"plumpness of my chest" lol. The deficit pike press on steps is great! I do them on my back steps of my house.

[@stefanmadrax]

Always the best tips. Keep it up Daniel!!

[@gurugru5958]

Favorite exercise of the Headless Horseman.

[@ciagpyf8]

Thanks for your video calistenic change my life

[@hamzakhan-bb9qu]

underrated channel on KZbin

[@axelsylvian]

Are Pike Pushups a good progression for doing Handstand Pushups? I'm trying to do Handstand Pushups but I'm having problems remaining balance on the handstand.

[@Tha707AL]

You need to have a solid handstand (at least 15s hold) + the required strength to OHP your own bw for 4/5 reps

[@FitnessFAQs]

Definitely. Pike push-ups strengthen the same muscles and movement pattern. Eventually specificity becomes important where handstand push-ups must be practiced themselves.

[@JC-qf1jd]

Great video man. Just wanted to I need as I was looking for a shoulder tricep finisher!

[@amramjose]

Thanks for posting this, very very helpful.

[@shemnilon504]

Thanks mate, encouraged me to get back into doing them again

[@kova1359]

Well explained 👏🏻

[@Ruudwardt]

Well well, I got some ideas. Savage level is pp on rings with weight added. Looking forward to smashing my face on the ground. I spent a few years on the regular pp. The most important thing about it is it can be done anywhere. Even the deficit version. Stairs, coffee table, sofa. 15 min break from a computer screen at work next to a fire escape ladder, where L-stand can be held, topped off with some pp on sofa next to it and diamond push ups on stairs. It is so simple.

[@DanielEarl]

Hearing Daniel say the plumpness of my chest with an Aussie accent is strangely satisfying😂

[@ADL21]

it's funny the workout app I use has started getting me into pike push ups. They're great!

[@orlandop4sun]

Always golden video content . ❤🎉🎉🎉

[@yoannmomentum1381]

Thank you for making the translation available 💆‍♂

[@matteo.g2213]

Daniel Calisthenia Legend!

[@deerinheadlights9784]

Can you please do a video including the pike push up progression for what to do before the ground and the first one that you showed please? I’m having trouble finding one like that for someone that needs a version before the ground. Most people assume that is what people are ready for when that is not always safely the case. Thank you in advance if you’re able to help! I really appreciate your videos and content :)

[@williamharris6217]

Anybody who has a real interest in development must have this channel bookmarked for visiting regularly.

[@primalperry5667]

exceptional video man!

[@kheynwharriorofjehova]

Con este ejercicio se trabaja los bíceps?

[@calvinunroe2462]

Now do a video on how to build side delts with calisthenics. I feel side delts work when I do handstand push ups back to wall with arms wide apart

[@rabidash9309]

For so long I've been looking your guide on Rings pike pushup for a good stretch in delts...

[@Fitness4London]

Time to add these to my workouts!

[@GioGhirardi]

It's true, it's not a very popular exercise, because it's not a skill, nor endurance, nor weighted, but is one of the best calis exercise for strenght and hypertrophy and it requires almost zero equipment. The only downside is that the upside down position and especially pike are unconfortable. I think that if you train only with body weight, pull-ups and handstand push-ups are the 2 best exercises for the upper body!

[@aaronalquiza9680]

pike pushups always kick my ass having a long wingspan and legs.

[@michaelherron4306]

Timely! Thanks🙏🏻

[@abstract_ion]

Demon back coming in through the pike💪🏾

[@mrreckno4298]

Bro elevated pike pushups are so damn op. In just a few weeks of starting elevated pikes, my shoulders now look almost unnatural although I'm still 15 so got a long way

[@vihaan7-007]

Superb info as ever!

[@mattiacontarino4319]

I don't know you, but when doing deficit pike push ups I was feeling the muscles working mostly while being in the "deficit area", not that much when I was getting more and more extension. For this reason I'd rather do ohp with a barbell: the tension is constant and the progressive overload is easier. However, pike pushups and deficit pike push ups are still very very good! Finally, to get the "3d delt effect" do ring face pulls too. They work not only the rotator cuff's muscles, but the rear and later delts too.

[@larsnystrom6698]

@mattiacontarino4319 I have to distinctly aim to get the arms that little bit extra higher to get the right feel. It's a distinct movement from with the elbows at the front backwards. Standing press with a bar was easier to get right. But even there, the endpoint is above the back of the head. Not just above the head, as most people do.

[@Mr.ImbeciIe]

I did the elevated pike push up today by using a stair and my goodness they feel so right but also so hard!

[@SHCAGO]

Limited mobility in right shoulder. I have some work to do.

[@SHCAGO]

Good stuff, man!

[@yboriginal01]

“The biggest sin is not leaving a thumbs up” 😂😂😂😂. Gonna leave a comment for the algorithm too cuz that was great humor

[@R2DJ3B]

Thanks heaps Daniel!

[@NkatekoShilaluke]

love your videos

[@ajithsidhu7183]

how do we solve the problem of our head going to explode with this exercise

[@WaiLoon]

Thanks for this video 👍

[@majorphenom1]

Thanks for sharing 🙏🏾

[@Be_the_problem11]

The best video that I can recommend😇

[@glenx.sthenics]

Great teaching💯

[@juandalebingle]

The squat of the upper body, can't deny the fact that this is the best bodyweight exercise for upper body pushing muscles.

[@ca2997]

Love the socks on the rings mate! 😂 🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@mcneelynorman1]

Just what I needed!

[@Abzyoutbero]

boi I've been trying to do hand stand push ups i think this is what I need.

[@Magneticlaw]

Interesting how the modern emphasis has shifted from pressing overhead to chest pressing - bodybuilders from the early 1900's (Bronze era) were pretty much the opposite.

[@iamgalatia]

I do one legged pikes sometimes it actually helps add tension/weight

[@JohnnyBit]

For weighted progression - the dip belt is frealishly annoying. I do tightly strapped weight vest and it's imho better. It'd be great if those were plate-adjustable though.

[@sunriseboy4837]

Yeah...no worries Daniel...I can do two🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 But thanks for excellent tuition.

[@anvayashakti2374]

Thank you brother 🙏🏻❤

[@UncleDanBand64]

You do have impressive shoulders. Question, do you do isolated shoulder work? Say, lateral raises, reverse flies, etc???

[@mohamedorayith4626]

how to heal/eliminate elbow pain whilst doing push ups and dips?