Jumping Off the Stomach

Sagittal

Spinal Extensors

Erector Spinae, Semispinalis, Deep Posterior Spinal Group

Spinal Stabilizers

Transversus Abdominis, Erector Spinae, Semispinalis, Deep Posterior Spinal Group

Hip Extensors

Gluteus Maximus, Hamstrings: Semimembranosus, Semitendinosus & Biceps Femoris

Hip Adductors

Adductor Longus, Adductor Brevis, Adductor Magnus, Gracilis, Pectineus

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

Develops and strengthens the shoulder girdle to support the body in an inverted position.
Strengthens the core— abdominals, obliques, and lower back—to stabilize the body throughout the handstand.
Enhances body awareness and control by maintaining balance while inverted.
Improves shoulder range of motion to achieve proper handstand alignment.
Refines precision and control so each phase of the handstand is executed with accuracy and stability.
Focus on breathing to synchronize the movement.