Shoulder Stand

Explanatory Video(2)

Description

Start in a tucked position on the parallettes or floor. Lean forward, placing your shoulders on the bars (or ground) while keeping your elbows tucked. Slowly lift your hips over your shoulders and extend your legs vertically. Maintain a tight core and engage your glutes to keep the body in a straight line. Focus on balance and controlled breathing.

Difficulty & Category

Intermediate
Isometric

Affected Muscles

Deltoid (Anterior)
Deltoid (Lateral)
Triceps Brachii
Rectus Abdominis
Erector Spinae
Trapezius (Upper)

Body Areas

Shoulders
Arms
Core
Back

Equipment

Parallettes
Last updated: 2/26/2026