💪 Building Handstand Strength (Without Cutting Corners)

If handstand push-ups are on your goal list, we need to talk about how you’re building them.

One of the biggest things we see in class is people stacking up too many ab mats.

Yes, it makes the movement easier…But it also means you’re not getting enough range of motion to actually build strength.

If you’re barely moving, you’re not getting stronger.

What we want instead 👇

✔️ Reduce the mats

Start working towards one mat so you can build strength through a full range.

✔️ Use negatives

Slow, controlled all the way down → build strength where it matters most.

✔️ Strict reps (when ready)

Controlled down, strong push up. Not rushing, not collapsing.

A better option 💥

Pike handstand push-ups

These are one of the best ways to build strict strength without needing to be fully upside down.

Key focus:

• Get into a strong L-shape (90 degrees)

• Not too far forward (that turns it into a push-up)

• Full range of motion — head to floor, then press up

Building strength isn’t about making the movement easier…

It’s about doing the work in the right positions so your strength actually improves 💙