The Internet is full of challenges, each crazier than the last! Not long ago vwe proposed the snatch pistol challenge and today we present to you the handstand jump.
As you can imagine, this is a melting athletic feat the balance of the vertical with the explosive power of the jump.
It was launched by Mexican crossfitter Javier Gomez and was quite successful! So much so that even Noah Ohlsen commented on the video saying that he would try it!
Here's the challenge:
To tackle the handstand jump you need to be sure that you master walking on your hands perfectly (handstand walk), perhaps even being able to get on and off objects.
Start gaining confidence until you are sure you can perform a jump, landing vertically again.
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Tips for succeeding in the challenge:
- Strengthen your core: A core strong is essential for maintaining balance during the handstand and for performing the jump. Integrate exercises like plank, crunches and leg raises.
- Practice walking on your hands: Before attempting the jump, make sure you are comfortable walking on your hands for longer distances. This will help you improve control and balance.
- Shoulder strengthening exercises: The shoulders play a crucial role in giving you the force necessary for the jump. Incorporate exercises like military press, lateral raises and push-ups.
- Start with small jumps: Before attempting a full jump, start with small leaps to get used to the sensation and improve coordination.
Major difficulties:
- Maintain balance: The transition from walking to jumping and vice versa requires considerable body control and balance.
- Explosive force: Generating enough power for jumping without losing balance is a significant challenge.
The most stressed muscles
The handstand jump challenge is a complex exercise that requires the activation of several muscle groups to maintain balance, generate force and control movement.
Here are the main muscles involved:
- Shoulders (Deltoid): They play a crucial role in lifting the body off the ground and stabilizing it during movement. Shoulder strength and stability are essential to support the weight of the body and to perform the jump.
- Triceps: These muscles help to extend the arms and maintain the upright position of the arms under the weight of the body, providing the necessary thrust during the jump.
- Core (abdominal and lumbar muscles): The core acts as a command center, helping to maintain balance and posture while performing the handstand and jumping. Strong core muscles are essential to stabilize the entire body and prevent unwanted oscillations.
- Dorsal muscles (Latissimus Dorsi and Trapezius): These muscles support the shoulders and core, contributing to stabilization during the handstand. Their strength is vital to keeping the arms aligned with the body.
- Wrist and Forearm: The forearm muscles and wrist flexors work hard to manage the pressure placed on the hands and to maintain control and stability of the wrist, which are crucial for supporting the weight of the body and cushioning the landing after the jump.
- Hips and Buttocks: These muscles help control the position of the legs and trunk in the air, as well as providing some of the strength needed for jumping. The glutes, in particular, help stabilize the pelvis during movement.
- Legs (Quadriceps and Hamstrings): Although to a lesser extent than other muscles, they are involved in maintaining tension in the legs, contributing to overall balance and form during handstand and jumping.
Are you ready to defy gravity?
Well, you've read, you've learned, and hopefully, you've been inspired. The handstand jump is not only a test of strength and skill, but also a incredible show of determination and control. From shoulders to wrists, from core to buttocks, every part of your body is called into question in this challenge that seems to defy the laws of physics.
But now, dear reader, the ball is in your court. Yes, to you who are reading these lines with a mixture of enthusiasm and, perhaps, a hint of fear. We're throwing you the challenge: are you ready to test yourself with the handstand jump? Or will you rather sit and think about “Maybe I can do it?”
Share and tag us in your progress, in your victories, or even in your cute failures, because remember: every attempt is a step closer to success. And who knows? Maybe the next viral video on the Internet will feature you, in perfect balance, as you take this challenge home!
Remember, lgreatness has never been achieved by staying in one's comfort zone. Or, in this case, staying upright the traditional way. So, are you ready to become a legend? Or will you rather stay and watch while the others jump (literally) towards glory?