How to do Handstand
- Bend your knees enough to place both palms flat, shoulder-width apart.
- Take small steps toward your hands, keeping both palms firmly planted.
- Gradually shift weight into your hands while keeping your toes on the floor.
- Keep your arms straight without forcing your elbows beyond straight.
- Spread your fingers and press through your palms and finger pads.
- Push the floor away through your arms, keeping your head clear of the mat.
- Bring your hips over your shoulders and your feet over your hips.
- Keep your lower ribs drawn in rather than arching through your lower back.
- Look between your hands without throwing your head back.
Benefits
Handstand asks your shoulders, back, and abdomen to support your body in a very different orientation.
Further reading: Handstand