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[shon]

I'm trying to practice handstands. Need to get a good static hold before i can move on to free handstand pushup. also trying to get good form on a handstand hold. Can't do a free handstand, but want to get there eventually. Will parallettes be useful tool to practice with?

 

[Steve Freides]

@shon, you might want to search on "parallettes" - if you search here, it gives recent posts a higher priority, so try that, but also try going to Google and using this:

parallettes site:strongfirst.com

-S-

 

[pet']

Hello,

@shon
Not sure the parallettes can really help. Indeed, with bare hands, you have a greater surface of contact (palm + fingers).

The static position mainly comes from scapula work and ab /hip work.

Here are some threads regarding HS / HSPU:
Any tips for Press to Handstand?
Setting up training to perform handstand push-up

Kind regards,

Pet'

 

[Karen Smith]

Parallettes are a great tool but as recommended above I would first work on your holds on your hands. You can begin with holds at the wall (walk up the wall and get as close as possible facing the wall), then progress to handstand holds using assistance like a thick band or barbell on a rack. Place the band or bar high enough that if you were to kick up into a handstand that it would be behind your knees or calves to give minimal assistance or feedback and better mimic a freestanding hold.

 

[Dasho]

I'm trying to practice handstands. Need to get a good static hold before i can move on to free handstand pushup. also trying to get good form on a handstand hold. Can't do a free handstand, but want to get there eventually. Will parallettes be useful tool to practice with?

Gold Medal Bodies has an excellent (and free) training program to achieve a good handstand.

The Best Handstand Tutorial Ever Made.

 

[shon]

thanks for the tip, i really appreciate all of your help.