Meditations on Movement Podcast

What I Learned After 28 Days of Handstands

Listen Later

In this episode, we deep-dive into the intricacies and insights gathered from our 28-Day Handstand Challenge. It's an enlightening exploration for everyone, whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned handstand practitioner.

Here's what we delve into:

  • Establishing your starting point: No matter your current level, there's always room for improvement, and every journey begins somewhere.
  • Achieving optimal alignment: We discuss the importance of body alignment and how it contributes to mastering handstands.
  • Facing our fear: Conquering the fear of falling, one of the biggest mental barriers in handstand training.
  • Safe dismounting: Tips and techniques for safely exiting a handstand.
  • Prep work: We highlight the importance of wrist and shoulder preparation.
  • Balancing act: The role of cambered hands and how to find your balance during a handstand.
  • Breath control: The often overlooked aspect of breathing during a handstand.
  • Exploring subtleties: An examination of different handstand variations and their unique nuances.
  • The value of recording: How documenting your practice can accelerate your progress.
  • A lesson in patience: The journey to mastering handstands is a long one, and patience is a virtue.
  • Peer insights: We share valuable insights from those who took part in the challenge.
  • The teacher-student dynamic: Why teaching is a great way to solidify your own learning.

    • Plus, we reflect on a reoccurring conversation held in Vienna that offers new perspectives and a sneak peek into exciting upcoming events.

    Join us as we dissect the journey to achieving the perfect handstand and reveal how you can embark on this transformative journey too.

    ...more
    View all episodesView all episodes
    Download on the App Store
    Meditations on Movement PodcastBy Ronan Lewins