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Handstand Overview

The Handstand workout is a bodyweight routine that primarily focuses on strengthening the shoulders and abs.

This workout utilizes the bodyweight to perform handstand variations, such as wall handstands and freestanding handstands.

By using bodyweight exercises, the Handstand workout effectively targets the desired muscles without overemphasizing secondary muscle groups.

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Handstand Instructions

  1. Start in a standing position with your feet hip-width apart.
  2. Place your hands on the ground shoulder-width apart, fingers pointing forward.
  3. Bend forward and kick your legs up, aiming to get your feet against a wall.
  4. Engage your core and press through your shoulders to lift your feet off the wall.
  5. Balance on your hands, keeping your body in a straight line from head to toe.
  6. Hold the handstand position for a few seconds, then slowly lower your legs back down to the ground.

Handstand Tips

  1. Start by warming up your shoulders and core with dynamic stretches and exercises, such as arm circles and plank variations.
  2. Place your hands shoulder-width apart on the ground, fingers spread wide for stability, and engage your shoulder muscles by pressing into the floor.
  3. Keep your core tight and your body in a straight line from head to toe, engaging your abs and glutes to maintain stability.
  4. Focus on maintaining proper alignment by keeping your head in a neutral position, looking slightly forward, and avoiding arching or rounding your back.
  5. Practice against a wall to build strength and improve balance, gradually increasing the time you can hold the handstand position.
  6. Gradually progress to freestanding handstands, remembering to breathe deeply and stay relaxed to prevent unnecessary tension in your body.

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