Handstand Shoulder Press with Wall (Between Benches)
The wall handstand push-up with each hand on a bench, so the head sinks between them below the hands for a longer press.
How to do it
Setup
Two benches side by side, ends toward the wall, slightly apart; hands on those ends, kicked up to a handstand, heels on the wall.
Steps
- Lower the head between the benches, elbows bending.
- Go only as deep as you can press back out.
- Press back to straight arms, body tight against the wall.
Common mistakes
Benches that can slide or tip: brace them, with each bench standing firm under the hand. Dropping into the bottom: lower slowly; there is no floor to stop the head. Arching off the wall: ribs in, glutes tight.
Breathing
Inhale down, exhale on the press.
