Press to Handstand

Explanatory Video(3)

Description

The Press to Handstand is an advanced calisthenics exercise that requires strength, balance, and control. Begin in a standing position with your feet together. Bend forward at the hips, placing your hands shoulder-width apart on the ground. Engage your core and shift your weight onto your hands. With control, lift your legs off the ground, keeping them straight, and press them upwards into a handstand position. Maintain a tight core and straight body line as you hold the handstand. To return, lower your legs with control back to the starting position.

Difficulty & Category

Advanced
Dynamic

Affected Muscles

Deltoid (Anterior)
Deltoid (Lateral)
Triceps Brachii
Rectus Abdominis
Obliques (External)
Latissimus Dorsi

Body Areas

Shoulders
Arms
Core
Back
Last updated: 8/11/2025