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