Handstand Push-Ups | Gymacetamol

Muscles Worked

Primary

Shoulders

Quick Cues

1

Wall for balance

2

Lower under control

3

Press to lockout

4

Keep core tight

Equipment Needed

BodyweightWall

Kick up into a handstand against a wall with your hands shoulder-width apart.
Keep your body tight, core braced, and legs together.
Bend your elbows and lower yourself until the top of your head touches the floor.
Press back up to full arm extension.
Maintain balance by keeping your body in a straight line against the wall.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Common Mistakes

Arching the lower back

Not controlling the descent

Flaring the elbows too wide

Pro Tips

Kick up against a wall for support until you build freestanding balance

Lower your head to the floor and press back up with control

Use an abmat or pad under your head for safety

Your Progress

Variations

Pike Push-Up

Wall-Assisted Handstand Push-Up

Overhead Press