Exercises / Intermediate
Isometric pike compression
- Abs
- Triceps
- Hip Flexors
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- Level
- Intermediate
- Muscles
- 3
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
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01 / Steps
How to do it
Sitting on the floor with your legs straight and feet together.
Place your hands at knee level.
Gently lean your back forward and lift both legs slightly at the same time, trying not to lean back and keep them raised for a certain period of time.
Additionally, you must keep your legs straight and your feet pointed at all times.
02 / Muscles
Muscles worked
Abs
Triceps
Hip Flexors
03 / Skills
What it trains
How demanding this exercise is for each physical ability.
- Strength15
- Explosivity0
- Technique25
- Cardio0
- Mobility30
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