How to Do a One Armed Handstand

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Stretch for at least 10 minutes.

   Here are some stretches that could help warm you up:
   Straddle Splits Pancake Pike Wrist Stretches Splits
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   Step 2: Learn to do a handstand.

   Doing a handstand is the first step to doing a one armed handstand.
   
   Make sure you can hold it for at least 15 seconds before attempting a single armed handstand. , This will prepare you for balancing on one arm rather than two.
   
   Keep your toes pointed, and knees straight. , Lift up one hand, changing where you put your weight to help balance.
   
   Make sure to keep good form. , This is the final step towards doing a one handed handstand.
   
   Practice shifting your weight can help stay up on one hand.
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   Step 3: Practice doing one hand cartwheels.

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   Step 4: Do a handstand on the wall.

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   Step 5: Walk on your hands.

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