Advancing the Basics: Headstand Variation – Sitting Upside Down!

With today’s post, we’ll be looking at another way to advance your basic handstand lead-up stunts. For this variation, we’ll be focusing on balance and dynamic stabilization with the headstand by adding an L-Sit!

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When we get started with this aim to reach for 5 sets of 3 reps. That way you can build the necessary strength without going overboard.

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You want to get started in the sprinter stance with the tripod. Kick-up from this position and hold the alignment.

How to do the One Hand Handstand by Professor Orlick
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Once you stabilized the alignment, grip your fingers to the floor and shift your hips back until your legs have reached at least parallel to the ground and then repeat a couple more times.

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Another nice tip is to slightly round your mid-back. It won’t be visible in your alignment, but it can help to keep the load off of your lower lumbar!

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Here is the complete video for you!

Be sure to check out the full handstand program here!

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