Tag Archive for: handstand

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7 Common Handstand Problems in Gymnasts and Exact Exercises To Fix Them

Handstands are one of the most basic skills gymnasts look to perfect, but they are surprisingly very complex. There are many possible reasons why someone isn't able to stack a full straight handstand, which can be very frustrating for parents…
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Free Beam Drill and Lesson Planning PDF!

One of the hardest things for gymnastics coaches to do is have a clear, laser-focused practice plan. There are so many great drills, exercises, and circuits we want to use from online or clinics. But, often times we are stuck with 30 minutes,…
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The 7 Most Common Handstand Problems and How to Fix Them

I've been meaning to write this article for a long time, as it's one of the most common issues I get questions about. Despite so many high-level athletes making them look easy, handstands are actually a super complicated skill with many moving…
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Master Handstand Push Ups With 3 Mobility Must Haves

Through CrossFit and many other fitness platforms, a lot of people are trying to pursue handstand and handstand push ups during training. Being a former gymnast and still being a coach, nothing makes me happier. However, many people are unfortunately…
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New Overhead Weight Bearing Shoulder Stabilization Exercise

Here is a stabilization drill I have started to use a lot to help weight bearing overhead athletes train dynamic stability. Many times the forces of handstands, impact, or other axial loads are very high and as a result injuries come up,…