Handstand
Plane of Motion
Sagittal
Muscle Focus
Spinal Extensors
Erector Spinae, Semispinalis, Deep Posterior Spinal Group
Spinal Stabilizers
Tranversus Abdominis, Rectus Abdominis, Internal Oblique, External Oblique, Erector Spinae, Semispinalis, Deep Posterior Spinal Group
Hip Adductors
Adductor Longus, Adductor Brevis, Adductor Magnus, Gracilis, Pectineus
Hip Extensors
Gluteus Maximus, Hamstrings: Semimembranosus, Semitendinosus & Biceps Femoris
Shoulder Flexors
Anterior Deltoid, Pectoralis Major, Coracobrachialis, Biceps Brachii
Scapular Upward Rotators
Serratus Anterior, Trapezius
Scapular Depressors
Lower Trapezius, Serratus Anterior, Latissimus Dorsi, Pectoralis Minor
Objectives
Trains coordinated stabilization of the spine in articulation, along with the scapulae, shoulders, and arms.
Mobilizes the spine through controlled articulation.
Challenges balance while standing on the hands, reinforcing whole‐body integration.
Teaches coordination between spinal articulation and leg placement to maintain balance and alignment.
Focus on breathing to synchronize the movement.