BWO Handstand Push Up

Description: Back Walkover into a handstand then land in push up position.

Goal: Body positions for back handspring
Objective: Develop core strength and body position.

Equipment: Soft Surface
Reps: 5
Time: 5 – 10 min

  1. Starting with arms by ears and kicking leg off the ground, toe pointed.
  2. Go into back walkover, when reaching the middle (split handstand) of back walkover, bring other leg up into handstand position.
  3. From handstand with tight body drop into push up position. If not tight enough this will hurt the ankles and feet. If tight this drill will not hurt.

*Perform on soft surface (mat or thick yoga mat) to help protect toes and ankles.

Safety:

  • Perform on a soft surface (mat or thick yoga mat) to help protect toes and ankles.
  • Entire body should be tight.

Things To Watch For:

  • Tight Body – arching in lower back
  • Bending Elbows
  • Head Placement – maintain a neutral head position, ears between arms.
  • Maintain flat hips – do not bend at the waist, keep back flat and hips pulled in

Skills This Helps:

  • Snap Down Rebounds, Round off, Back Handspring