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Wall handstand hold: how to do it

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Hands shoulder-width near the wall

  1. Starting position

    Hold a handstand with hands shoulder-width apart near the wall, arms straight and heels lightly touching the wall.

  2. The movement

    Push the floor away, keep your body long and still against the wall, then step down with control.

Most common mistake

Don't bend your arms or arch your lower back, push through your hands and tighten your stomach and glutes.

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