Whether you are new to handstands or want to deepen your existing practice – this program will give you guidance to develop and play with handstands. Strengthen the body from the ground and up, increase mobility and get important tips for your technique.

Jeppe Skovgaard

Whether you are new to handstands or want to deepen your existing practice – this program will give you guidance to develop and play with handstands. 

Learn how to handstand

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Introduktion – Lär dig stå på händer

Prep for the hands

<h2>Play and have fun with handstands</h2><div>Do you also want to learn how to handstand? Or maybe you want to practice your technique and be able to play even more with this wonderful yoga position? Then we have the program for you! Regardless of previous knowledge, <a href="https://yogobe.com/se/team/jeppe-skovgaard">Jeppe Skovgaard</a> and Yogobe will guide you to prepare your hands, wrists, shoulders, and legs and awaken your center in the body for increased power.<br><br></div><h2>Playfulness over achievement</h2><div>There are so many different parts involved in a handstand, the whole body is challenged, as well as our playfulness. Because that is exactly what we want, to let go of performance and play our way through technology, strength, and mobility. Strength is one of the key components to avoiding injury as it is required when we turn ourselves upside down and stand on our hands. Build strength, increase mobility, and last but not least – have fun! It's a long and wonderful journey that never really ends. You can always learn more and deepen your handstanding practice.&nbsp;<br><br></div><h2>Program structure – tips &amp; advice</h2><div>The sequences in this program can actually be used whenever you want and for an unlimited time. But if you want to get started with your handstand practice, we recommend the following:<br><br></div><ul><li>Perform different sequences 3-4 times a week for 3 months (not more often, remember to save on your wrists and shoulders).</li><li>For a start – focus on the preparatory sequences to strengthen and find a solid foundation to start from and thereby avoid injuries.</li><li>If you are a beginner, or if you have previously suffered an injury, let it take time. You can benefit from working with the preparatory sequences for up to two months. Let the journey be the focus, not the goal.</li></ul><div><br></div><h2>Benefits of the program</h2><ul><li>You will learn new ways to practice one of the most challenging, and fun, yoga positions.</li><li>You build stability and increase the mobility of your shoulders.</li><li>You strengthen your core, your center – we benefit from a strong core in most of what we do.</li><li>You gain increased confidence to perform inversion, upside-down positions, overall.</li></ul><div><br></div><h2>Purpose of the program</h2><div>Through the program, you will get the focus points and movements you need to build the strength and mobility that will help you to improve your existing, handstand. With this program, we want to guide you to build your self-confidence to be able to handstand, without the help of a wall.<br><br></div><h2>For whom is the program suitable</h2><div>The program is suitable for anyone who is eager to learn handstands, but also for you who want to refine your existing handstand.<br><br></div><div>This program is included when you are a member and subscriber of Yogobe. If you have not yet created an account with Yogobe, you can <a href="https://yogobe.com/en/register">click here and get your first 2 weeks completely free</a> and without a binding period.<br><br></div><h2>To keep in mind when practicing handstand</h2><div>Handstand is a demanding position and practice. Many of us are unaccustomed to putting our full body weight on our wrists. Our body is fully equipped to perform the job, but if you have spent the last few years more sitting on your butt than crawling around on the ground, then you need to be patient and slowly train your body. You need to listen carefully to your body's signals and feedback, especially those from your wrists and shoulders.<br><br></div><h2>Props used in the program</h2><div>In part of the classes in the program different props are being used to strengthen the body, and gain contact with the muscles. The following props are suggested to be used:<br><br></div><ul><li><strong>Yoga mat. </strong>A good<a href="https://store.yogobe.com/sv/articles/83/yogamattor"> yoga mat </a>is a great investment, both for your yoga practice as well as for your workouts.</li><li><strong>Block: </strong>Yoga blocks that are being used in the program can be replaced with thick books. You’ll find different <a href="https://store.yogobe.com/sv/articles/97/yogakloss-yogablock">yoga blocks</a> on Yogobe Store.&nbsp;</li></ul>

<h2>Preparatory sequences</h2><div>Start by focusing on the preparatory sequences to strengthen and find a solid foundation to start from – and strong and solid foundation is the key to your handstand. Mix these sequences a maximum of 3-4 times a week. If you are a beginner, let this preparatory period take up to two months. If you are more used to yoga, you can shorten the preparatory part, but always listen to your body.</div>

Handstand preparation: Hands are the foundation of a good handstand. Many of us simply lack the strength to actually balance a handstand. In this class we'll become better friends with our hands and learn how to use them in our handstands.

Hands are the foundation of a good handstand. Many of us simply lack the strength to actually balance a handstand. In this class we'll become better friends with our hands and learn how to use them in our handstands. 
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Please start with the first sequence in this series and work through all the steps for sustainable and safe handstand practice. You'll find all classes in the playlist  <a target="_blank" href="https://yogobe.com/se/playlists/6h8xrf23s">Handstand – step by step</a>. 

Handstand preparation 2

Workshop

Yoga

Handstand preparation: It is easy to forget legs in a handstand. But actually they make a key contribution to this position in order to keep standing. Let's build up muscular energy on the ground to eventually maintain it in the air.

Prep for the legs

Legs are easy to forget in a handstand. But actually they make a key contribution to a this position to keep standing. Building up muscular energy on the ground to eventually maintain it in the air.
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Please start with the first sequence in this series and work through all the steps for sustainable and safe handstand practice. You'll find all classes in the playlist  <a target="_blank" href="https://yogobe.com/se/playlists/6h8xrf23s">Handstand – step by step</a>. 

Handstand preparation 5

Class

Handstand preparation: Shoulder awareness and shoulder mobility are key elements for a handstand. In this class we mainly focus on getting the mobility right for a well aligned handstand.

Prep for the shoulders

A key element for a handstand is your shoulder awareness and mobility. In this class, we mainly focus on getting the mobility right for a well-aligned handstand. 
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Please start with the first sequence in this series and work through all the steps for sustainable and safe handstand practice. You'll find all classes in the playlist  <a target="_blank" href="https://yogobe.com/se/playlists/6h8xrf23s">Handstand – step by step</a>. 

Handstand preparation 3

Handstand preparation: How to work the core. To keep integrity in the core can be a challenge when standing up on your feet. Once you are on your hands it often becomes even more challenging. In this class we aim to build both strength and awareness in the core.

Prep for the core

To keep integrity around the core can be a challenge when standing on your feet. Once you are on your hands it often becomes even more of a challenge. In this class we aim to build both strength and awareness around the core.
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Please start with the first sequence in this series and work through all the steps for sustainable and safe handstand practice. You'll find all classes in the playlist  <a target="_blank" href="https://yogobe.com/se/playlists/6h8xrf23s">Handstand – step by step</a>. 

Handstand preparation 4

Handstand preparation: In a regular yoga class you experience very little impact. In this class we invite impact on to the yoga mat and use yogic alignment to safely work with the force.

Falling & Jumping

In a normal yoga class you experience very little impact. However, real life can and will at times be full of impact. In this class we invite impact on to the yoga mat and use yogic alignment to safely work with the force.
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When you feel ready to continue to the next step you'll find all classes in the series in the playlist  <a target="_blank" href="https://yogobe.com/se/playlists/6h8xrf23s">Handstand – step by step</a>. 

Handstand preparation 1

<h2>Practice &amp; technique</h2><div>Now we are ready to move on with the practice! Here you get to practice standing on your hands against a wall and without support. Mix different sequences from both the preparatory part and this part, a maximum of 3-4 times per week for one or two months.</div>

When you don't have a friend assisting you in your handstands it is convenient to have ways to practice on your own. In this class we look at how to practice handstands in the open space without a spotter or wall.

Free handstand technique

When practicing handstands it is a great idea to have a friend alongside, but when your friend loses patience with your practice it is convenient to have ways to keep practicing. In this class, we look at how to practice handstands in the open space without a spotter or wall.
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Please start with the first sequence in this series and work through all the steps for sustainable and safe handstand practice. You'll find all classes in the playlist  <a target="_blank" href="https://yogobe.com/se/playlists/6h8xrf23s">Handstand – step by step</a>. 

Techniques ands exercises for a free handstand.

Handstand preparation 6

Handstand practice with a wall - Techniques and exercises. There are plenty of exercises for practicing your handstand against a wall. In this sequence Jeppe share some of his favorites, let's keep it playful and have fun!

Wall handstand

There are plenty of exercises for practicing your handstand against a wall. In this sequence Jeppe shares some of his favorites, have fun! Warm up before doing this video, with som sun salutations or wrist preparation.
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Please start with the first sequence in this series and work through all the steps for sustainable and safe handstand practice. You'll find all classes in the playlist  <a target="_blank" href="https://yogobe.com/se/playlists/6h8xrf23s">Handstand – step by step</a>. 

Learn how to handstand

Prep for the hands

Short summary

Preparatory sequences

Prep for the hands

Prep for the legs

Prep for the shoulders

Prep for the core

Falling & Jumping

Practice & technique

Free handstand technique

Wall handstand