Moves/Strap oblique pikes

Strap oblique pikes

ID: 863

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Exercise Type:
Total Hang
Contraindications:
Wrist Problems
Equipment:
Straps, Floor Based
Applicability:
Group&Focus
Superset?:
Yes
Sprint-able?:
Yes

Key Teaching Points:

  1. 1. Keep active — a passive hang stresses the joint; an active hang builds it.
  2. 2. Full shoulder elevation followed by active scapular depression at the dead hang.
  3. 3. Quality of movement always takes priority over speed or load.

Regression:

Perform a partial hang with feet on the floor, reducing the percentage of bodyweight supported.

Progression:

Add controlled scapular shrugs during the hang to work shoulder girdle strength in the end range.

Common Problems:

Grip giving out early — use chalk or a towel wrap to shift demand proximally.