I have noticed that the high number of hip press ups I am doing has left me feeling really strong in the shoulders so I definitely think they help anyone trying to
master planche press ups.
What is important in
mastering a planche skill?
Not exact matches
Therefore, the
planche press up is
mastered through a series of progressions and you need to choose the progression that you are capable of doing for 6 reps and build up to the full
planche press up slowly over several months.
Anyone who practices gymnastic exercises such as the handstand, v sit or
planche press up will defiantly gain from improving their mind body connection as the training to
master the ability to contract or relax any muscle at will produces far more awareness of what muscles are being used and what your body is doing when you practice such exercises.
A well developed level of flexibility will also enhance the development of speed, strength and coordination which is the foundation of all sports and is also essential for anybody who wants to
master hardcore bodyweight exercises such as
planche press ups and full hanging leg raises.
Once you've
mastered some of the above, you can try the very challenging and french - sounding pseudo-
planche push up; and if you are far more hardcore than I am, you can work on the regular
planche push up.