Headstand
Explanatory Video
Description
Start by placing your hands shoulder-width apart and the top of your head on the floor, forming an equilateral triangle (tripod position). Keep your forearms vertical and elbows tucked in. Engage your core as you walk your feet toward your head and lift your hips over your shoulders. Slowly extend your legs upward, maintaining a straight line from head to toe. Distribute weight evenly between your hands and the top of your head to protect the neck.
Difficulty & Category
Beginner
Isometric
Affected Muscles
Rectus Abdominis
Erector Spinae
Deltoid (Anterior)
Trapezius (Upper)
Obliques (External)
Body Areas
Core
Back
Shoulders
Equipment
Other
Last updated: 2/26/2026