Assisted Wall Handstand to Tuck Planche Negative
The Assisted Wall Handstand to Tuck Planche Negative is a compound exercise that mainly works the shoulders, chest and triceps, with help from the core and back. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
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Assisted Wall Handstand to Tuck Planche Negative Muscles Worked
Primary
Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid); Chest (pectoralis major, sternal head); Triceps (triceps brachii)
Secondary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Boxer Muscle (serratus anterior)
How to do the Assisted Wall Handstand to Tuck Planche Negative
Place your hands firmly on the floor a foot away from a wall and kick up into a solid handstand with your feet resting lightly against the surface.
Engage your core and protract your shoulder blades while slowly bending your arms to begin lowering your body.
As you descend, tuck your knees tightly toward your chest and shift your hips forward away from the wall.
Hold your torso as parallel to the floor as possible while maintaining the tight tuck position with your legs.
Lower yourself smoothly under control until your feet gently touch down or you complete the negative movement.
Assisted Wall Handstand to Tuck Planche Negative FAQs
What muscles does the Assisted Wall Handstand to Tuck Planche Negative work?
The Assisted Wall Handstand to Tuck Planche Negative mainly works the shoulders, chest and triceps, with help from the core and back. The main muscles are the anterior deltoid, pectoralis major and triceps brachii.
What equipment do you need for the Assisted Wall Handstand to Tuck Planche Negative?
None. The Assisted Wall Handstand to Tuck Planche Negative is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
Is the Assisted Wall Handstand to Tuck Planche Negative a compound exercise?
Yes. It's a compound movement, meaning it trains several muscle groups at once rather than isolating one.
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