Handstand Push-up

Handstand Push-up

Shoulders & Triceps

WHAT IS IT

The handstand push-up is an advanced overhead pressing movement performed inverted against a wall. It builds exceptional shoulder and tricep strength and requires significant body control and balance.

HOW TO DO IT CORRECTLY

  1. 1Kick up into a handstand against the wall, hands about 6–12 inches from the base.
  2. 2Lower your head toward the ground in a controlled manner.
  3. 3Touch the top of your head to the floor (or an ab mat for scaling).
  4. 4Press back to full lockout, arms completely extended.
  5. 5Keep your core tight and body as vertical as possible throughout.

MUSCLES WORKED

ShouldersTricepsAbsArms

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