Handstand - Straddle Scissors - Wall Assisted

The straddle scissor with wall assistance is a precursor to performing them away from the wall. With careful execution greater endurance can be built as balance and hip mobility continues to be developed by the athlete.

Cues:

• Use the wall as little as possible

• Keep the shoulders in the same position

• Externally rotate the hips as you straddle

• Maintain locked knees and strong toe point

Mistakes:

• Leaning heavily on wall

• Allowing shoulders to drift from wall as legs straddle out

• Any bending along the legs or arms