Handstand push-ups build serious upper-body pressing strength and body control. In this video, Lumber Capital Athletics coach Stacey teaches the points of performance for handstand push-ups.
Points of Performance for Handstand Push-Ups
- Set your hands about shoulder-width apart, a short distance from the wall
- Brace your core and squeeze your glutes to keep a strong midline
- Lower under control, creating a stable tripod between your head and hands
- Press back up to full lockout with your arms by your ears
- Breathe and reset as needed to maintain good positions
Progressions and Scaling
Not ready for handstand push-ups yet? Pike push-ups, box pike push-ups, wall walks and strict presses all build the strength and comfort upside down that you’ll need.
Every class at Lumber Capital Athletics includes scaling options so you can train at your level. See our classes or explore the movement library.