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:

• Shoulders planching forward as legs straddle
• Failing to lock knees and point toes
• Anterior tilting the pelvis
• Extending the lower back