Q&A for How to Do a Headstand

Practice with a balance: lean against a wall or piece of furniture, or have a friend hold you in place as a spotter. Work on your core strength until you can support yourself without something to lean against.

No. It is a pretty basic move. Yes, it will take time, but you do not need much training to do it.

Don't move your head; keep it still. Get good balance from keeping your hands steady on the floor.

Yes, a lot, because it is not as hard to balance. Try making a triangle with your hands and head, that's how I balance.

This happens because you have too much weight on your head, put more weight on your hands.

A wall just helps to make sure you don't whip back too fast and land on your head. Once you feel you're getting up with ease, try away from the wall, but you should still have a soft landing spot just in case.

Try getting a softer mat, and take more pressure in your hands than your head.

You need something soft to catch you if you fall, unless you have a really good spotter.

The best position for your head is aligned with your body. Your spine should be straight, from the lower back to the upper neck. If you are in pain, stop this exercise. Reduce the time spent in a headstand to whatever you can comfortably sustain.

It depends what kind of bed you have. If you have a single bed, it won't be that hard, but if you have a bunk bed, then it would be better to practice on a trampoline or the grass.

It's obviously safer to do it on a softer surface.

This helps to avoid tension, soreness, and injury. it is always best to stretch before and after exercise.

It depends on how experienced you are. If you know how to do a headstand more than a handstand, a headstand would be easier for you. If you know how to do a handstand more than a headstand, a handstand would be easier for you. But normally, handstands are easier.