Handstand – Wall Facing Assisted Freestanding

The wall facing handstand is an integral part of the beginner’s handstand toolkit. By utilizing light contact facing the wall, one develops the hand strength to control over balance while having the wall for support on under balance.

Cues:

  • Acquire wall facing handstand position to begin
  • Use hands to control body position lightly tap wall to find balance
  • As balance settles into hands bring legs together and hold shape away from wall
  • Keep toes pointed and assist of tops of toes

Mistakes:

  • Assisting with under side of toe
  • Failing to start in a good position that is sustainable for the duration of the set

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