Floor Inverted Shoulder Press vs Pike Push Up
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
Contents
Floor Inverted Shoulder Press is the easier place to start — difficulty 4 of 5 vs 5. Compare Shoulder form cues and when to progress.
Compare the benefits of Floor Inverted Shoulder Press and Pike Push Up and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Floor Inverted Shoulder Press vs Pike Push Up: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Pike Push Up more often — 231 sessions compared to 146 for Floor Inverted Shoulder Press.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Floor Inverted Shoulder Press and Pike Push Up differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Floor Inverted Shoulder Press and Pike Push Up Differ
| What differs | Floor Inverted Shoulder Press | Pike Push Up |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 146 sessions | 231 sessions |
How to Do Floor Inverted Shoulder Press
Floor Inverted Shoulder Press Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Please slowly lower yourself until your head touches the floor.
- 2. Return to the starting position slowly again.
Coach's Tips
- It is a more advanced exercise than a regular push-up. If the movement is difficult, please substitute it with another exercise.
For a full Floor Inverted Shoulder Press guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Floor Inverted Shoulder Press exercise guide.
How to Do Pike Push Up
Pike Push Up Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Please lower yourself slowly until your head touches the floor.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. This is a more advanced exercise than a regular push-up. If you overexert yourself, it can put strain on your neck or the front of your shoulders.
- 2. Be careful not to excessively arch your lower back or bend your neck during the movement. If the exercise is too difficult, keep your feet on the floor or substitute with another shoulder exercise.
For a full Pike Push Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Pike Push Up exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Shoulder, Floor Inverted Shoulder Press or Pike Push Up?
Neither is clearly ahead — Planfit users log both at a similar rate. They both train Shoulder, so the choice comes down to the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Floor Inverted Shoulder Press and Pike Push Up need?
Floor Inverted Shoulder Press needs bodyweight only, and Pike Push Up needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Floor Inverted Shoulder Press is the easier place to start. Move to Pike Push Up once your form holds up.
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