One very impressive handstand stunt is to raise yourself off the ground by block building. Start in a handstand with a stack of bricks or similar objects nearby. Shift over to one hand and grab a block with the other. Set that block down, shift your weight onto that arm …
Rise Above Strongman Competition
I may not have been writing recently but I sure have been training. And about a month ago I went to my friend Doug’s gym Rise Above Performance Training. I was a trainer for Doug when he went through the RKC and we stayed in touch after that. He was …
How to Handstand Longer
Today’s question addresses how to build a longer handstand. “Is it possible to add 2 seconds to my hand balancing every week? If it is how long would I have to practise for weekly?” Lucy I think this is a great way to approach holding a handstand longer. Set a …
Walking on Hands
Here is a great question on the value of walking on hands versus standing on them. “Hey Logan I just now started to do the frogstand and I can do it for a long time. I’ve been learning the handstand and couldn’t find my balance and I can walk all …
Ultimate Guide to Handstand Pushups
I’ve just released The Ultimate Guide to Handstand Pushups. This book covers every detail you could think of on one of the greatest exercises, handstand pushups. If you are working on doing your first rep you’ll find details on how to get there (not to mention a day by day …
Handstand Pushup Book
The Ultimate Guide to Handstand Pushups is now available. I know a number of you have been waiting for it, and for the launch you can get it now for $10 off the regular price. Those who ordered during the pre-publication offer should already have their copies, or at least …
Handstand Tutorial
Here is a basic handstand tutorial. This will cover first practicing against a wall. If you are trying to go out into the open check out this article on how to do a hand stand. Holding a handstand is not an easy skill. It requires much practice especially if you …
Don’t Feel Like Training?
I got a special announcement coming next week. And then an even bigger one sometime next month. In the meantime, a small tip for today. No matter how on top of it all you are, there will be days when you don’t feel like training. Today was one of those …
Wrist Strengthening Exercises
An important part of handstands is having hand strength and flexibility so here are some wrist strengthening exercises. I’ve always had some wrist troubles when it came to handstands due to an old injury. And recently my right wrist has been acting up making even a regular handstand hard to …
Advanced Rope Climbing
Last night I joined my friend Jeremy at his rock climbing gym, Planet Granite last night. I don’t have much experience with that kind of training but I always like to get out and try new things. Plus it’s a lot of fun. Before we began bouldering I showed him …
One Finger Handstand
Is a one finger handstand even possible? Most would say that no human could possibly do this feat. But then most would agree Shaolin monks are anything but normal people! This video shows a 91 year old monk Hal-tank from the Sil Lum Temple in China perform that feat. As …
Scissors Handstand
After most people, myself included, have some success with the handstand they want to move on to a variety of stunts, most of which are much harder. My advice, nowadays, is to stick with the handstand itself for a bit longer. Yes, you can always just work on adding more …
Progressive Conditioning
An important part of a complete training program is to do some sort of conditioning work. Of course, this can come in many shapes and sizes. Sprints, kettlebell swings and snatches, skipping rope, and high rep bodyweight exercises are a few of my favorites. And just like in any other …
Great Rings Routine
People that have never used the gymnastic rings may know they are difficult but it takes a try on them to truly grasp the strength it takes to do an impressive routine. I came upon this video awhile back. It shows gymnast Andreas Aguilar at the 1991 World Professional Gymnastics …
Building Handstand Strength
A great way to end any training is to work on your strength and endurance a bit. And in this instance I’m talking specifically about in the handstand. Just kick-up against the wall and see how long you can hold it. Not only does this help you train the position …