🎥 Handstands: Stuck at 1–2 Seconds? (*Trying Something New)
Alright, this is me officially pressing the “Go Live” button and seeing what happens 😄 Posts are great… but sometimes video just works better, especially for skills and concepts where seeing and hearing it makes things click. That’s how I learn, and I know a lot of you are the same. So moving forward, I’m going to record certain parts of live calls and turn them into short, focused trainings you can come back to anytime. This is attempt number 1, and we’ll absolutely be doing more of these if it’s helpful. 👇 This video is all about handstands. Specifically, the most frustrating stage almost everyone gets stuck at. 🤸 Handstands: Stuck at 1–2 Seconds? This Is For You If this sounds familiar: - You can kick up… but only hold it for a second or two - You’re good against the wall, but freestanding feels impossible - You’ve been “almost there” for weeks or months Cool. You’re not broken, you’re actually right where you should be. Most people never even reach this stage. In the video, I break down why this phase is the hardest part of the handstand and how to train it intentionally instead of just kicking up and hoping it works. Big idea: Your balance range upside down is tiny right now, like a baby learning to walk. The goal isn’t magic balance… it’s teaching your nervous system how to fall and fix it before you hit the ground. 🔑 What I Cover in the Video ✅ Why falling over and over is actually normal (and necessary) ✅ The idea of overbalancing vs underbalancing ✅ Handstand “bounces” (one of the most effective, no-BS drills) ✅ Chest-to-wall vs back-to-wall (and why banana shapes slow progress) ✅ How to train balance corrections instead of just attempts ✅ Simple setups using a wall, objects, elastics, or a spotter ✅ How this is the real bridge from 1–2 seconds → 5–10+ seconds This is that wall everyone hits. Once you get through it, progress speeds up fast. 🧠 How to Use This - Add the wall bounces into your handstand sessions (5–10 reps) - Use them before freestanding attempts while you’re fresh - If handstands are your priority → focus on getting in + staying in - Fancy drills = optional. - Consistent, smart reps = undefeated.