Exercises / Intermediate
From pike to planche lean
- Serratus
- Upper Chest
- Triceps
- Upper Trapezius
- Anterior Deltoid
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- Level
- Intermediate
- Muscles
- 5
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
01 / Steps
How to do it
Get into a push-up position with your hips elevated. Your hands can be slightly open, out to the sides or in a supine grip, depending on your personal preference.
Lower your hips by leaning your shoulders forward to go into a lean planche position, holding it for a moment.
Return to the starting position to complete one repetition.
02 / Muscles
Muscles worked
Serratus
Upper Chest
Triceps
Upper Trapezius
Anterior Deltoid
03 / Skills
What it trains
How demanding this exercise is for each physical ability.
- Strength30
- Explosivity0
- Technique40
- Cardio5
- Mobility25
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