Anyone can do this, but it takes a lot of work on your physical condition to be able to press through and hold the right shapes. Not every picture is an example of the perfect shape - you'll see the 'banana backs' compensating for poor shoulder flexibility. That, plus a 'stable' core musculature to ensure holding the shape, straight legs and (for gymnasts at least) stretched feet are the basic needs. And since your balance sensing organs are in your ears, having them close to the floor makes it harder than balancing the right way up. Do you remember how long it took you to figure out standing up? Admire the work that has gone into (most of) this. A good start with these lads... but needs work:   And to end today - how's this - for a 5yo?    

You can never spend enough time on your hands... Not good, but at least he is making an effort.    

We love acrobatic gymnasts where guys work together to create amazing balances and other combinations. We also try to develop basic handstands in anyone who trains in our vicinity! Today we celebrate the art - everything from 'just give it a try' to really getting the body shape and line perfect for gymnastics competitions. So, in no particular order, here we go! The Ossolodkov brothers - potential world champions" More of them... Let's support the kids... A planche is still a hand balance... Shape training - grind mode Which is correct - left or right? Your answer should be - LEFT! Here's the perfect shoulder line: This next is not really a handstand, but we like it... It's good to practice handstand walking - especially backwards like that! And this guy needs to work on his leg control...