handstand
The handstand is a bodyweight exercise that primarily targets the triceps, while also engaging the shoulders and core. It requires significant balance, strength, and coordination to perform safely and effectively.
Difficulty
Equipment: Bodyweight
Duration: 30seconds
Calories: ~5.5/per minute
BALANCE
Target Muscle
tricepsUPPER PUSH
Secondary Muscles
shoulderscore
Instructions
- Find an open space with enough room to perform a handstand.
- Place your hands on the ground shoulder-width apart, fingers pointing forward.
- Kick your legs up towards the wall, using your core and shoulders to maintain balance.
- Once in a handstand position, engage your triceps to support your body weight.
- Hold the handstand for as long as you can maintain balance.
- To come down, slowly lower your legs back to the ground.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
