Frog stand to handstand


AKA “Handstand Push Up Concentric”

This will help us master the handstand push up by starting from a static position, and pushing up into a handstand. With this exercise, we will get a good understanding of the body mechanics to push into a handstand from the bottom position.

Exercise Details
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Frog stand to handstand Guide

Instructions

  1. Start from a frog stand
  2. Simultaneously straighten your legs and push with your arms into a handstand.
    1. Use your legs to help you “kip” into a handstand
  3. Try to maintain balance in the handstand for a few seconds and then bail down to the ground
  4. Repeat attempts starting from Step 1 if instructed.
Key points
  • Focus on opening your shoulders from the frog stand to help get your body in line
  • Focus on kicking your feet straight up vertically from frog stand
  • Record yourself to assess your form

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