Martial artists handstand press ups

The handstand press up is one of the best strength builders a martial artist can use. When performed for a period of time, greater power can be noticed when punching, clinching and ground fighting, and will also help in creating stronger choke holds. When doing these it is always best to do them against a wall, even if your a world class gymnast because YOUR SHOULDERS WILL BURN! Facing a wall place your hands about a foot and a half away and push with your feet so you end up in a handstand position, with your feet braced against the wall (This is the hardest part of the exercise as beginners find it mentally challenging sometimes to do this). Lower your body towards the floor and when your head touches, press your self back up to the starting position. Always do four sets of as many reps as you can to achieve the maximum results. As you progress you should be able to do more and more. Advanced variations are to press on your knuckles, or even fingers, to push your hands slightly of the floor with each rep or to arch your back so that you lower your chest to the floor instead of your head.(The advanced variations are tough and should only be practised by people who have experience doing these).