TrainingMastering The Handstand Written by Sam Oldham16th July 202014th August 2020 You’ve always wanted to learn how to do a handstand? Now’s the time to achieve that goal. PhD ambassador and GB gymnast Sam Oldham has put together some tips of how to finally master the handstand. Take a look at the video and incorporate Sam’s top 3 tips into your daily training. The three main elements you should focus on are: 1. Focus on a straight body position 2. Find the right hand placement, forming a strong and stable base for your handstand 3. Spend as much time in the handstand position as possible Written by Sam Oldham Read Next Training THE BENEFITS OF COLD WATER THERAPY While the idea of immersing yourself in cold water may seem daunting, there’s fascinating scientific research suggesting that this chilling experience can offer significant benefits for your mood and cognition. Training COMPOUND LIFTS What are the primary compound lifts, what muscles do they target, how often should you perform them (including reps and sets)? TrainingNutrition Cardiovascular Conditioning Cardiovascular conditioning – the benefits of cardio, what are zones and how often you should do it.