more beginner handstand drills🤸♀️ don’t forgot to save & give these a gooo🤝
wearing all @Alphalete discount code SILVS
(mid rise pump shorts in fuschia, cross push tank in fuschia & basics tee)
🤸♀️ASSISTED/ELEVATED KICK UPS
if you have hard time reaching the wall when you’re kicking up or are afraid to kick from the floor - these will help sm! push off the box with one leg and let the other leg follow (use a higher box if needed). doing this with your back to the wall also helps if you’re afraid of falling over when you kick up! try 3-5 of these 3x
🤸♀️ WALL TO FLOAT
bring one foot off the wall to meet the other and try to float for a few seconds, then bring it back. these will work on your balance, control, and body awareness while helping you learn how to engage the right muscles to stay balanced. being chest to wall (instead of back to wall) will help with proper form too :)
🤸♀️BUNNY HOPS TO WALL
push off the floor with both legs, aiming to float until you reach the wall. think about bringing your hips over your shoulders. do 3 x 5 jumps to get used to the movement! (doing these towards the wall really helped when I first started - once I got my feet to touch the wall, I started doing them without the wall!)
**using a wall will help you understand how much power to actually put into the jump to get to that floating position. think of the wall as a TOOL, not a crutch :)
let me know how it goes!!🤸♀️✨
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Starting handstands can feel intimidating, but with consistent practice and proper drills, progress comes quickly. Assisted or elevated kick ups are an excellent way to build confidence and strength, especially if you're nervous about kicking up from the floor. Using a box or elevated surface allows you to control the movement better and prevents the fear of falling backward. Another great drill is the wall to float exercise. By practicing to remove one foot from the wall and hold a balance for a few seconds, you train your muscles to engage correctly and develop body awareness. This is key to transitioning from supported handstands to freestanding ones. Positioning yourself chest to the wall also encourages better form and alignment. Bunny hops towards the wall are particularly helpful for gauging the necessary power to launch into a handstand. They combine strength and coordination by encouraging you to bring your hips over your shoulders, vital for a balanced handstand position. Remember to use the wall as a tool, not a crutch. The wall helps you understand how much force and balance you need but the goal is to eventually kick up without support. Consistency and patience are important. Practicing these drills 3-5 times each set, multiple times per week, helps build the foundation for a strong handstand. From my experience, wearing comfortable, fitted activewear like you mentioned (fuchsia mid-rise pump shorts and cross push tank) also boosts confidence and movement ease during training. Above all, stay positive and enjoy the learning process. Each small progress step counts on your handstand journey!
