tricepsbody weight

handstand

handstand is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1. Find an open space with enough room to perform a handstand.

Step 2. Place your hands on the ground shoulder-width apart, fingers pointing forward.

Step 3. Kick your legs up towards the wall, using your core and shoulders to maintain balance.

Step 4. Once in a handstand position, engage your triceps to support your body weight.

Step 5. Hold the handstand for as long as you can maintain balance.

Step 6. To come down, slowly lower your legs back to the ground.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

triceps

Secondary muscles

shoulderscore

Primary body parts

triceps

Common mistakes & warnings

Form & control

Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.

Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.

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