Handstand

tricepsupper armsbody weight

Learn how to do the Handstand with proper form and technique. This body weight exercise primarily targets your Triceps, with secondary emphasis on Shoulders, Core.

Handstand exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Handstand

Follow these steps to perform the Handstand with correct form:

  1. 1Find an open space with enough room to perform a handstand.
  2. 2Place your hands on the ground shoulder-width apart, fingers pointing forward.
  3. 3Kick your legs up towards the wall, using your core and shoulders to maintain balance.
  4. 4Once in a handstand position, engage your triceps to support your body weight.
  5. 5Hold the handstand for as long as you can maintain balance.
  6. 6To come down, slowly lower your legs back to the ground.
  7. 7Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Handstand Muscles Worked

Primary

triceps

Secondary

shoulderscore

Exercise Details

Equipment
body weight
Body Part
upper arms
Category
Main

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