Zachary Height Articles

DB Floor Press

The DB Floor Press is an exercise to develop arm strength as well as to teach proper back tension in the press.Cues: Depress the scaps strongly so your shoulders brace securely against the floor Maintain tension as you lower the DB's Keep Tension as elbows contact...

Handstand – Freestanding Straddle

Cues: Secure handstand balance first Straddle wide without altering shoulder position Posterior tilt the pelvis and externally rotate the femurs actively to maintain tension in the straddle  Maintain locked knees and actively pointed toes throughout the set Mistakes:...

Handstand – Straddle Scissors

Cues: Secure handstand balance first Straddle wide without altering shoulder position Posterior tilt the pelvis and externally rotate the femurs actively to maintain tension in the straddle  Maintain locked knees and actively pointed toes throughout the set Mistakes:...

Handstand Push-up – Wall Facing to Target

Cues: Set up with hands roughly halfway between wall and target Shift forward then lower down towards target Push straight up first, then move back into alignment as you complete the press Elbows stay inside Turning hands out slightly can help with keeping elbows in...