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STRENGTH BUILDING – Length 25:00 – Items needed: None
I have had many questions about training all kinds of stands: Handstand, Forearm stand, Elbow and headstand. I decided to record and share one of the routines I created to train myself over the years. Even if you can't do any of the listed moves, you will still benefit from this routine.
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24 comments
Awesome!
wow! this was really helpful and I'll be revisiting. elbow stands are my nemesis - i do them against the pole. i made a lot more progress than usual today with this work out - thank you !
Whatever feels natural! The fact that you realized you weren't breathing is good! Now relax and do what feels natural.
Hi Veena! When I try the second variation (the one with the bended leg) I totally forget to breath! What is the right timing for breathing in and out? Thank you! :)
Yes, this will help with the Iguana mount too!
This is amazing! Will this help me with lifting into iguana mount, too? I'm having issues activating my core while I'm folded in half and I'm not sure if that's because I need to learn how to use the muscles, or I need to strengthen the muscles. I can iguana mount and elbow stand by pushing off from the floor and hooking my foot but this does not look sexy or safe so I've stopped doing both moves for now.
This routine is awesome Veena, thank you so much!! These little exercises on the beginning feel great! Definitely trying to stick on this one to make progress!! :)
Wow that's great! Pole dance is the best!!!! 💪🏻💪🏻
I did both when I was a young girl in gymnastics but now at 58 I worked back up into an easy handstand (Yayyy)but the forearm not so good. I think for me it is a flexibility issue more than a strength issue. Thanks to your site I am stronger than I ever was, even when I was in the Army after basic training and jump school!!! At 56 was the first time ever in my life I could do a full military style pull up:)
Forearm is almost harder than handstand, you need very strong and flexible triceps 😊
I feel comfortable in elbow and handstand, but forearm stand is very awkward for me to do.
And I just found the Forearm stand in the Exercise section. Thanks!
One of my favorite routines!
The elbow stand is in the beginner section, it's introduced about midway through if you're going in order. You'll see the elbow stand in the related lessons below 😊
I feel like I missed a lesson somewhere - what is the difference between an elbow stand and a forearm stand?
I hope you find it helpful!
How did I not see this routine before? Thanks Veena this is exactly what I need!
Very! I watched it this Morning during breakfast and am gonna try it this afternoon after work. :)
Thank you, I hope you find it helpful!
Veena this is such a great idea. Thank you!
How do you feel about using the pole like the wall for support while practicing?
If you feel comfortable and able to control your body so you don’t fall into or miss the pole, using your pole, that’s totally fine! However, a lot of people feel more secure with a wall. ?
I've done it like that before and am still able to do it! Any tips for getting stronger. Should I just hold progressively longer handstands?
Doing this routine will help you get stronger. Sure you could try holding for longer. Just remember to breathe.