The handstand push-up is a press performed upside down with the body supported on the hands.

Muscle group: Shoulder

Steps

Place your hands shoulder-width apart on the floor and kick into a wall-supported handstand. Use a spotter when first learning. Keep your arms and legs extended, body aligned and neck neutral. Inhale as you lower slowly until your head is near the floor; do not drop onto your head. Exhale as you press upward under control to nearly straight arms. Complete the prescribed repetitions.

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