Parallette Handstand Push-up
Muscle Groups: Shoulders, Triceps, Traps
Parallette Handstand Push-up focuses on Shoulders, Triceps, Traps, with Abs, Chest working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Parallette Handstand Push-up with proper form and technique.
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Start in a handstand position with your feet resting against a wall for support. Place your hands on the parallette bars, shoulder-width apart.
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Lower your head towards the ground while keeping your body straight and engaging your core.
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Push through your hands to lift back up to the starting handstand position.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Parallette Handstand Push-up safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Ensure your shoulders are activated and your body remains tight to prevent sagging at the hips.
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Avoid overextending your neck; keep it neutral and look at your hands instead of your feet.
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Use the wall for balance until you gain strength and confidence in the movement.
Secondary Muscles
While Parallette Handstand Push-up primarily targets Shoulders, Triceps, Traps , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Abs, Chest . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Parallette Handstand Push-up, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Parallette Handstand Push-up, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
