Between headstand and handstand?

Started by Teachanolddognewtricks?, July 14, 2015 · 3 Replies · 4,057 Views

Teachanolddognewtricks?

What is this particular inversion called - does it have a role in gymnastics - it certainly looks really good - and like something I've seen done during floor exercises. In any event do you think would it be easier or harder than a handstand ?

 

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Thanks!

 

 

Cole Dano

It's an elbow stand variation. In yoga pincha mayurasana variation.

Harder than headstand as it requires more shoulder strength but much much easier than a good handstand.

Teachanolddognewtricks?
Cole Dano said:

It's an elbow stand variation. In yoga pincha mayurasana variation.

Harder than headstand as it requires more shoulder strength but much much easier than a good handstand.

Interesting. Thanks much - will look into it!

Blairbob

 It's something to play with but it's necessity is super limited in the realms of competitive gymnastics. It might make for some interesting floor choreography for a women's routine.

 Also good when you want to impress the yoga chicks with your skillz.  :D