Handstand Shrug
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Muscles worked
- High load
- Traps · Upper
- Medium load
- Traps · Lower
- Low load
- Core and Delts · Front
How to do it
Enter a wall-supported handstand with your palms on the floor and elbows straight. Allow your shoulders to sink a small amount, then push the floor away to elevate your shoulder blades. Keep your head clear of the floor and descend from the handstand with control.
Form cues
- Lock your elbows.
- Push tall through your shoulders.
- Keep your ribs tucked.
Safety
Talk to a professional before this exercise if you have any of the following:
NeckShoulderElbowWristUpper backLower back
This is general exercise reference, not medical advice. Stop and consult a qualified professional if an exercise causes pain, and never work through joint pain.