Listen "172: Getting Started with Handstands"
Episode Synopsis
If you’re excited about inversions, and handstands in particular, than you’re going to love this week’s Yoga Talk Show. Ryan Hurst, Program Director and co-founder of GMB Fitness, shares his tips for how you can get started with handstand and what kind of training program you should follow if you want to advance.Hurst holds black belts in Kendo, Judo, and Shorinji Kempo and practiced 10 years as a competitive gymnast. He has extensive experience and a personal passion for arm balancing. What you'll learn:
How a "Cuban Rotation" can help strengthen and stabilize your shoulders for inversions
Why "wall facing" handstand can be superior to kicking up with your back to the wall
Why "hollow body" can be very helpful for building your core strength in handstands
How much and how often to practice
Nutritional Tip of the Week:
The medicinal power of mushrooms!
Links & References from the Show:GMB Fitness
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How a "Cuban Rotation" can help strengthen and stabilize your shoulders for inversions
Why "wall facing" handstand can be superior to kicking up with your back to the wall
Why "hollow body" can be very helpful for building your core strength in handstands
How much and how often to practice
Nutritional Tip of the Week:
The medicinal power of mushrooms!
Links & References from the Show:GMB Fitness
Got questions?Write to us: [email protected]
Thanks to our sponsor!
YOGABODY Business
Results-Driven Business Education for Yoga Professionals
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