How to do it
Press your fingertips firmly into the floor to control your balance.
- 1
Face away from a wall and place your hands on the floor, shoulder-width apart.
- 2
Walk your feet up the wall until your body is in a handstand position.
- 3
Keep your arms and legs straight, with your heels resting against the wall.
- 4
Hold the position for as long as you can maintain good form.
- 5
Carefully walk your feet down the wall to return to the starting position.
Expert tip
Keep your body in a straight line from your hands to your heels and engage your core to maintain stability.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bending the elbows during the hold
- ✕Letting the head hang forward
- ✕Splaying the legs wide during the hold