How to do a Handstand (Tutorial)

Here is a write-up on the Handstand Tutorial I released last week..

Hey guys!! So I made another tutorial, this time it’s a breakdown of how to do a handstand! This is one of the most universal ‘moves’ that you will see in Parkour, Yoga, Gymnastics, and many more disciplines.

The handstand was also one of the very first moves that I taught myself back when I started parkour, and if you’re looking for a good, simple way to start and get your motivation soaring, give the handstand a go!

The main key points to remember when learning how to do a handstand, are..

Give yourself a good warmup, especially focusing on your wrists! Your joints will take a while to get used to holding your body weight, and warming them up properly will help the process along without any injuries!

Learn how to bail! (Fall safely) I explain the methods about halfway through the video, but you could start learning these before you even begin doing the leg progressions! Learning how to fall out of a handstand properly will give you the confidence and safety you need to learn this move fast!

– When in your handstand, make sure you push the ground away, really opening up your shoulders and extending your body as long as it can go.

– Keep your abs muscles engaged, and your body tight. Practice holding still as long as possible.

– Some people lock their elbows, but I’d recommend keeping the slightest bend in your arms to avoid locking and “hyper-extending” your elbows.. (it’s not fun). Also, a very slight bend in your arms will help you to adjust your balance.
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– Control the ground with your wrists, fingers, and the angle of your shoulders to your body. Play around until you see what works for your body type and sense of balance. (ex.. I find that if I’m falling short, I can bend my arms and move my shoulders in front of my wrists to regain balance..)

– Practice the handstand balance and strength drills that I suggested in the tutorial video! They will really help you work up to a handstand.. or if you already have your hand stands, these drills will help you clean them up!

Rustic Bodomov demonstrating how to do a handstand in this new parkour, gymnastics, martial arts tutorial.

I hope you found this article and video helpful, and if you want to see more feel free to subscribe to my YouTube channel! ..and if you have any feedback or questions, don’t hesitate to ask!

More how-to videos and tutorials:
Front Handspring
Kip Up (Jump to Feet)
Parkour Roll / Judo Breakfall
Step Vault (Parkour)
Fast 5 Minute Warmup for Tricking, Stunts, and Martial Arts

Have a great day, stay safe, and happy training!