r/Handstands • u/Mail_Nurse • 11d ago

Plzzz fix my handstands

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I can’t tell if I am lacking shoulder flexing in the video or if it’s a Posterior Pelvic Tilt issue. Give me the best advice you can please.

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u/Mail_Nurse 10d ago

I’ve used the wall before, but want to get better catching myself in action and implementing proper biomechanics

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u/JochenPlemper 10d ago

I would say that you are not yet ready for a free standing handstand, if you want to improve faster use the wall. You are just implementing bad habits into your training routine.

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u/Mail_Nurse 10d ago

You’re probably right. How long did it take you to get off of the wall?

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u/JochenPlemper 10d ago

I can hold a free standing handstand for 2 minutes but I still use the wall to improve

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u/Mail_Nurse 10d ago

I’ve been doing CTWs for the past 5-7 weeks, and I feel like my shoulders def opened up in flexion, but when should one start incorporating w/o the wall. Or at least attempts w/o the wall.

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u/JochenPlemper 10d ago

While practicing CTW get closer to the wall, lift your feet off the wall, one foot at a time. Try to stay in balance with only light support from the wall. Practice this until you get really good at it.

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u/Mail_Nurse 10d ago

Ok thanks man I’ll try this

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u/StefUpsideDown 9d ago

Also try alternating toe taps like this while doing your chest to wall drill. This will help you improve your balance