Gymnastics
Needle Kick Handstand Reps
Consistent kick to handstand without over-arching
8 min
3 x 8 kicks
Beginner
Why this drill
Builds toward consistent kick to handstand without over-arching.
Instructions
- 1Lunge with arms by your ears and shoulders pushed tall.
- 2Kick the back leg up, keeping it straight, and meet it with the second leg.
- 3Find the stacked line, hold two seconds, then step down with control.
- 4Repeat with the same kick power every rep — consistency first.
What to focus on
The first leg leading and both legs joining in a straight line.
Recommended reps
3 x 8 kicks
Common mistake
Kicking too hard and falling over, or arching to find balance.