Free Headstand Push-Up

The Free Headstand Push-Up is a handstand push-up progression targeting the wrists, triceps, and traps. A solid handstand is necessary for this progression, as well as adequate overhead pressing strength.

Type Of Exercise: Strength
Muscles: Shoulders, Chest, Triceps
Difficulty: Intermediate
Equipment: Body Only

Free Headstand Push-Up

Begin in a handstand with proper body alignment.
Bending at your elbows, lower your head to the floor, touching it down just in front of your hands.
Be sure you are fully in the headstand before pressing back up to handstand.
Only reps that achieve a steady handstand count for your set's total.
Maintain a steady speed and proper posterior pelvic tilt throughout.
Perform these from a free handstand or on the wall, depending on your current ability level.

Exercise: Box Headstand Push-Up
Type of Exercise: Strength
Muscles: Chest, Triceps, Shoulders
Difficulty: Moderate
Equipment: Elevated Surface

Exercise: Elevated Headstand Push-Up
Type of Exercise: Strength
Muscles: Chest, Triceps, Shoulders
Difficulty: Intermediate
Equipment: Panel Mats