Forearm Stand
As with all “stands,” practice is key! Make sure you’ve been working on your Elbow Stands and the Stands Routine to help prepare you for this trick. Remember, it’s okay to use a wall instead of your pole. If you’re having trouble keeping the arms from spreading, place a yoga strap around the upper arms.
This is not the same as the Elbow Stand because in Forearm Stand you don’t have any contact with the head on the floor. You’re only using the forearms to balance.
When you’re new to training Forearm stands it’s important to drill yourself to tuck the chin to the chest anytime you’re upside down. Chin to chest is considered the safest way to protect your head in a fall. Relaxing the body is also important.
Strengthens: ABDOMINALS / TRAPEZIUS / TRICEPS / SHOULDERS
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