A Primer, Bodyweight Basics

THE PUSH UP
Once we elevate the legs enough in the pike push up position, we are taking the majority of
our weight in the pushing motion as we raise more of our body over our shoulders. To advance
on this get yourself more vertical!
The handstand push up can be broken down into a few parts. First, we have to have coordination
to keep our body straight in the full handstand position, then as we lower ourselves
down, moving the shoulders forward, the rest of the body takes an angle to maintain balance
(keeping the body straight).
We can practice this motion most effectively in the chest to wall positon (#2), but if you are
still struggling to maintain that hold, you may wish to use the back to wall instead as you can
kick up, rather than walk up the wall which is harder.
Keep the elbows from flaring
out during the press!
#2
#1
When using the back to wall variant to practice the push
up, do not put both feet on the wall as this forms an arch
in your back, not a straight line! You can use 1 foot to
create distance to straighten up however, as shown above
(#1).
We need coordination to keep the straight line as well as
pushing strength. If you are lacking coordination, practice
against the wall. If you’re lacking strength, do more elevated
pike push ups!
This is the position your body
will be in during the pressing
motion.
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