How to Make a Backflip Easy

Backflips are one kind of gymnastic exercise.

Backflips are a classic gymnastic skill, often portrayed by action movie stunt men and martial arts experts. A backflip consists of jumping up as your body spins backwards until your feet come back down, straight on the ground. Although doing a backflip may seem like a very difficult exercise, it can be made easier by knowing and following the correct procedures in a safe and instructive environment.

Instructions

1. Jump up and angled slightly backwards. Hold your arms and hands pointed upward as you jump.

2. Pull in your legs, with your knees toward your chest. This will help you to rotate over to complete the flip. Pull your legs in quickly and hard to flip your body over as you are in the air.

3. Push your legs back out after you flip around to bring you standing back on the ground.

4. Practice your backflips while focusing on these three simple steps to each part of the flip. Practice under the supervision of a professional, who can guarantee your safety and correct any problems. Keeping the steps simple while having professional guidance will make it much easier to master the backflip.

Tips & Warnings

• Practice your backflips in a comfortable and safe environment.

• Never attempt a backflip without proper professional supervision. Performing acrobatics without experience or supervision can cause serious injury (see reference).

References

• Lost Art of Hand Balancing: How To Do a Backflip