How to balance? Our tips for mastering the Handstand

After writing a comprehensive article on Street Workout moves, today we're going to focus on one of the most iconic: the Handstand.

Simple in appearance, this movement is actually a combination of strength, balance, mobility, and technique.

And that's precisely what makes it so fascinating.

👉 In this article, you will learn how to balance correctly, step by step, without rushing and without hurting yourself.

Let's go 🔥
 

How to achieve balance? A combination of strength, balance, and alignment.

The Handstand on three fundamental pillars:

• The strength

• Balance

• Alignment

The first two are often the most obvious.

👉 Without a minimum of strength in the shoulders, arms, and core, it is impossible to hold yourself upside down.

👉 Without balance, even the strongest athletes will fall.

But the third element, "alignment," is often overlooked, even though it makes all the difference.

Alignment: the key to a Handstand and sustainable Handstand

There are two main types of Handstand:

• The Handstand , with an arched back

• The Handstand , with the body perfectly aligned

The "banana" version is usually the first one you learn, as it requires less core strength and helps compensate for a lack of balance.

But if your goal is to really learn how to balance, then the Handstand is essential.

Why aim for a Handstand ?

• Less pressure on the lower back

• Better balance management

• Position transferable to other figures (plank, back lever, etc.)

👉 During your training, especially against a wall, always keep body alignment in mind.

Developing strength and balance: the essential basics

The Handstand a Wall

This is the first essential step in learning how to balance.

The wall allows:

• To get stronger without stress

• Getting used to being upside down

• To work on alignment

👉 Start with your back against the wall, keeping your body straight and tight.

The Pike Handstand

The Pike Handstand is ideal for:

• Strengthen your shoulders

• Start working on your balance

• Preparing for the Handstand

Gradually raise your feet to increase the difficulty.

The Frog Stand

The Frog Stand is an excellent transition to balance.

Objective:

• 10 to 30 seconds of holding time

• Knees pressed tightly against the arms

• Look slightly forward

👉 This is a key exercise for understanding balance on your hands.

Positioning of the hands on the ground

A good Handstand with a good foundation.

Key points:

• Hands shoulder-width apart (or slightly wider)

• Fingers spread apart

• Weight distributed across the fingers

👉 Your fingers are your true balancing wheel.
You will constantly be playing between pressure and release.

Getting into Handstand back to the wall

Jumping with your back to the wall is the safest way to start.

Important tips:

• Leave space between your hands and the wall.

• Measure your impulse

• Lift one leg, then the other

The wall is an excellent teaching tool, not a crutch.

Pull yourself away from the wall and find your balance

Two effective methods:

• Push lightly with your foot

• Use only finger pressure

👉 The further you advance, the more you must reduce the support from the wall.

Fear of falling: how to overcome it?

You can't progress if you're afraid.

👉 Learning how to fall correctly is essential.

Recommended outings:

• Lateral rotation to land on your feet

• Rolling on soft ground (optional)

💡 Tip: Identify your natural exit side and keep it in mind.

Mistakes to avoid at all costs

• Shoulders behind hands

• Pushing too hard with your feet

• Lead the movement with your legs instead of your hips.

• Excessively arching the back

👉 Your hips should move forward past your shoulders before your feet.

Handstand routine Handstand how to progress effectively?

My best advice: consistency.

Simple example:

• 20 minutes dedicated to Handstand

• Fresh attempts

• Rest between trials

💡 Combine:

• Wall work

• Working without walls

Handstand on Parallettes

The Handstand parallel bars is often:

• More accessible

• Less stressful on the wrists

• Very useful for street workouts

It can be performed on wooden parallel bars or steel parallel bars. 

Conclusion

Learning how to dohandstand means accepting that:

• Fall

• Repeat

• Progress little by little

The Handstand a demanding move, but incredibly rewarding.

With patience, method, and consistency,anyone can do it!

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See you soon,

Eric Flag