Freestanding handstand
Also called Free handstand
The freestanding handstand is a balanced handstand without a wall. You hold your body in one straight line over your hands and balance with your fingers. It mostly works your shoulders, forearms and abs, and your triceps and upper back assist. It takes a lot of practice, mostly short and relaxed attempts. You need a steady Wall handstand first. Practice on a soft surface and learn a safe way out of the handstand before you try long holds.
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How to do it
- Place your hands shoulder-width apart, fingers spread, eyes between your hands.
- Kick up one leg at a time and bring your legs together.
- Stack your hips over your shoulders and hold your body in one tight line.
- Balance with finger pressure and hold the handstand for as long as the line stays straight.
Form tips
- Hands shoulder-width apart, eyes between your hands.
- Balance with finger pressure, shoulders open.
- Hold one tight line, ribs in, glutes squeezed.
Common mistake
- Sinking into your shoulders instead of pushing the floor away.