Drill

Drills

Gymnastics

Wall Handstand Line Holds

Groove a straight, stacked handstand line

8 min
5 x 20-30 sec holds
Beginner

Why this drill

Builds toward groove a straight, stacked handstand line.

Instructions

  1. 1Kick up to a chest-to-wall handstand with hands shoulder-width.
  2. 2Push tall through the shoulders, ribs in, squeezing glutes and legs together.
  3. 3Look at your hands, breathe, and hold the line without arching.
  4. 4Come down under control before the shape falls apart.

What to focus on

A straight line from wrists to toes with open shoulders.

Recommended reps

5 x 20-30 sec holds

Common mistake

Arching the back and looking at the wall instead of the hands.