How to Do a Headstand
Doing a headstand is commonplace in childhood when it seems to come natural. As we get older we may need to be reminded how to do it. Ask someone to watch and help you while you perform the following headstand steps.
Instructions
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Place your head on a carpeted floor, rug or mat. Rest your weight on the front part of your head.
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Put your hands flat in front of you and to the side of your head about 2 feet apart. Have your fingers pointed in whichever direction is comfortable for you.
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Lift one leg up to rest on one elbow and the other leg up to rest on the other elbow. Pause in this position which is called the Froggy Stand.
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Begin to push down on your hands and lift your legs up slowly in order to maintain your balance. Keep the brunt of your weight resting on the front of your head. You may lose your balance several times before you get the hang of it.
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Continue to push down with your hands and arch your back until your legs are going straight up. You may sway back and forth, but try to maintain your balance.
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Return to starting position by slowly lowering your legs, keeping your feet together and knees pointing outward until you are back into the froggy stand. From there, you can place your feet back on the floor and bring your head up.
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Tips & Warnings
Swaying back and forth is common when trying to do a headstand. You will become steadier with practice.
Don't let your head roll around to the side or back because you could injure your neck. Maintain most of your weight on the front of your head.
