Handstand exercise animated demonstration

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target Target Muscle Groups

Primary: Triceps accessibility Upper Arms
Shoulders Core

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Body Weight

Category

strength

Mechanic

isolation

Cal/min

6.7

Force

push

Handstand is a advanced single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Triceps in the Upper Arms region. Performed using bodyweight, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Shoulders and Core.

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1

Find an open space with enough room to perform a handstand.

2

Place your hands on the ground shoulder-width apart, fingers pointing forward.

3

Kick your legs up towards the wall, using your core and shoulders to maintain balance.

4

Once in a handstand position, engage your triceps to support your body weight.

5

Hold the handstand for as long as you can maintain balance.

6

To come down, slowly lower your legs back to the ground.

7

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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