Press Handstand Foundations

1. Start in a straddle position with your feet elevated on a box or bench and your hands placed firmly on the floor shoulder-width apart.
2. Push strongly through your hands and elevate your shoulders away from your ears to create an active shoulder position.
3. Engage your core and lift your hips upward while maintaining a straight or slightly compressed body line.
4. Shift your shoulders forward over your hands as you begin transferring more weight into your arms.
5. Slowly lift one leg or both legs partially off the elevated surface while maintaining control and balance.
6. Use your hip flexors and core compression to bring your hips higher toward a handstand position.
7. Pause in the highest controlled position, then lower back down slowly with control.
8. Focus on maintaining straight arms, active shoulders, and avoiding jumping or kicking into the movement.