Hollow Back to Handstand on Parallel Bars

Description:

A Hollow Back to Handstand on Parallel Bars is one of few skills used by gymnasts to transition from a support to a handstand on the parallel bars.  It is an advanced-level parallel bars skill that requires superior upper body and core strength.  For best result, always maintain a tight position throughout the core and do not allow the midsection to sag.

 

Process:

  • begin in a support on the parallel bars and engage core
  • slowly lean forward and simultaneously bend the arms
  • continue to lean forward to create a rotational movement while maintaining a tight body until your legs are vertical and you have hit a shoulder stand position
  • once you have hit the shoulder stand position, switch to a vertical movement by extending elbows
  • maintain a hollow position and avoid arching the back during the ‘push up’ phase
  • finish in a handstand

Skill Progression

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Hollow Back to Handstand on Parallel Bars

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