Kickstart Your Home Handstand Practice (20 Mins Class)

Ready to take your inversion practice home? This short, focused session is designed to bridge the gap between studio classes and your personal practice. We focus on the "invisible" mechanics of going upside down—specifically building the vertical pushing strength and shoulder stability required to hold a steady handstand. This video is intentionally concise so you can use it as a powerful warm-up or a standalone drill session before moving into your own inversion play. Equipment Needed: 2 firm yoga blocks (or handstand blocks) 1 light resistance band 1 sturdy bench (a coffee table or dining chair also works!) Wall space Clear work space What to Expect: A progressive series of drills that move from horizontal pushing (planks) to vertical loading. You’ll learn how to prep your wrists, fire up your serratus anterior, and use household furniture to find the correct hip-over-shoulder alignment. Key Highlights: [00:01:28] Setting up a safe, clear workspace. [00:01:49] Essential wrist warm-up for hand-loading. [00:03:45] Shoulder protraction drills to find your "push." [00:04:36] Using blocks to isolate shoulder stability. [00:06:36] Resistance band drills for overhead range of motion. [00:09:34] Bench Drills: Moving from Plank to Pike. [00:11:05] Wall Walks: Building endurance and confidence. [00:14:00] Bench-supported handstand variations for hip alignment. [00:17:14] Wall-based alternative for limited hip mobility. Practice with us: Join a class at Yoga Strong: [   / @yogastrongsg   ] Found this helpful? Hit the like button and leave a comment below about how your hips feel after this session. Don’t forget to subscribe for more strength and mobility-focused practices!