Ring Pike

Level
intermediate
Force
push
Mechanic
compound
Equipment
rings

A dynamic pressing movement where you drive your hips upward in a pike position on the rings, developing shoulder strength and core control.

Instructions

  1. Begin in a push-up position with hands on the rings
  2. Keep your legs straight and pike your hips upward
  3. Create an inverted V-shape with your body
  4. Lower your hips back down to the starting position
  5. Maintain arm extension throughout
  6. Repeat with controlled movements

Tips

  • Start with feet elevated to make the movement easier
  • Focus on driving through your shoulders
  • Keep your core engaged throughout
  • Maintain tension in your entire body
  • Progress by lowering your feet or increasing repetitions
  • This develops excellent shoulder strength
  • Can be performed with hands on different surfaces to modify difficulty
  • Good preparation for more advanced pressing skills

Recommended starting values

Sensible novice starting points for each goal, for a lifter aged 25–40. Scale down for smaller frames or older lifters. Treat the first set of any session as a discovery set.

Goal Sets Reps
Gain strength 3 15 reps
Build muscle 3 18 reps
Build endurance 3 25 reps

Alternatives

Exercises that target the same muscles with the same force and mechanic.

intermediate calisthenics