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  • Question
    How many times should I do a handstand per day?
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    As many as you need to! However, you should stop if you start to feel especially dizzy or achy.
  • Question
    Can I do this on carpet instead of using a mat?
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    Yes, by all means! As long as you have some sort of soft padding to do your handstand on, you're fine.
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    If I'm kicking up against the wall, how far should I be away from the wall?
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    It depends on how your back bends. Just give it a few tries and figure out what works.
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    I'm afraid of practicing on the wall! How do I conquer my fear?
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    You should put down a mat under where you'll be practicing, if you have one, or something else soft. Also, make sure you have a parent around, but first ask someone to spot you while going up on the wall.
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    What if I fall back and my face hits the wall?
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    You won't unless you are facing the wrong way. It is very easy to do, start off slowly and get comfortable with the way you do the handstand.
  • Question
    Are there other ways to strengthen your core?
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    You can do planks, sit-ups, crunches, one-arm planks and so much more.
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    What if I'm too big too do it?
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    You're never too big to do a handstand or any other types of gymnastics! Doing gymnastics comes from believing that you can do it. However, if you wish to see it from a more practical point of view, try stretching your arms towards the top of the ceiling, because when you flip upside down it will be the same length. When you are in the handstand, make sure that you stay as close to the wall as possible.
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    Could I break my neck doing this?
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    There is always the risk of breaking your neck. Make sure you have someone near when you try this, even though the chances of it happening are slim.
  • Question
    Where do I put my head during a handstand against the wall?
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    You put your head on the ground if you want to keep your elbows bent, or off the ground between your arms if you keep your arms straight.
  • Question
    I can do a handstand on my trampoline, but I can't on a normal floor. What should I do?
    Community Answer
    Keep practicing with a spotter. You'll be able to do it with practice.
  • Question
    Would it be possible to hit the back of my head when kicking up?
    Community Answer
    Yes, it is possible, but it most likely will not happen, especially when you find your groove doing it.
  • Question
    My shoulders always lean against the wall. How can I stop myself from this?
    Community Answer
    Just move further away from the wall when youre doing it, and don't worry about hurting yourself.
  • Question
    How big does the wall have to be?
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    It should be two times your width and around your same height. Make sure it's sturdy!
  • Question
    I feel so scared when I go upside down, even in the 90 degree angle. What should I do?
    Paige10129
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    Practice doing warm- ups that you are comfortable with doing backwards, or practice jumping back onto a soft surface to get the feel of going backwards. Being scared is okay, but be sure to trust yourself when going backwards so you don't hurt yourself.
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    What can I do if I can stay in only one hand and I lose my balance when I try to stay in both of them ?
    Ruah
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    You can practice your balancing skills. Learning to balance on both hands will help you to not fall over when attempting the handstand with both hands.
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    Can I do it in bare feet?
    Biebie Heirou
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    Yes, of course you can do it with bare feet. Either way is fine.
  • Question
    When I learn my handstand with a wall, I face the wall and kick it up instead of facing my back to the wall, and I don't know how to come back down when I face face the wall.
    Biebie Heirou
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    Start walking your hands away from the wall. Your legs should slowly go down from the wall.
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    How do you get down from the wall?
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    Walk your feet back down the wall or kick of into a front limber. If you feel scared that you might hurt yourself coming down from the wall have a spotter be their to hold your waist securely to keep you stable while coming down.
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