Wall Assisted Handstand Pushups

Description

Kick up into a handstand against a wall with your back facing it. Lower yourself under control by bending your elbows until your head lightly touches the ground. Aim to form a tripod shape with your head and hands, meaning your head should be slightly in front of your hands at the bottom of the movement. Press back up to the starting position until your arms are fully extended. Maintain a tight core and glutes throughout the movement to prevent excessive arching of the lower back.

Difficulty & Category

Intermediate

Dynamic

Affected Muscles

Deltoid (Anterior)

Triceps Brachii

Trapezius (Upper)

Pectoralis Major

Body Areas

Shoulders

Arms

Back

Equipment

Parallettes

Progressions

The handstand pushup is an advanced bodyweight exercise that targets the shoulders, triceps, and upper chest. To perform this exercise, start in a handstand position against a wall for support. Your hands should be shoulder-width apart, and your body should be in a straight line from head to heels. Lower your body by bending your elbows until your head nearly touches the ground, then push back up to the starting position. Keep your core engaged and maintain balance throughout the movement. This exercise requires significant upper body strength and balance.

Dynamic

Advanced

Skill

Last updated: 3/6/2026