I want to learn Handstand. I’m pretty good at Headstand, and I’ve done handstand before in another context (Clown College), but I want to work it into my regular practice.
So, how do I start? Against the wall? Set up pillows?
Any suggestions?
Thanks, everyone!
Hi GeekyMary!
I’ve been working on prep poses for handstand over the last couple of weeks and after reading this article:
Yoga Journal - Yoga Asana Columns - From Fear to Freedom
and working with the help of my teacher I’m happy to say I did my first handstand today (against the wall).
Hope the article helps (if not at least it is amusing!).
Good Luck
Sorry I misread your post, I was reading handstand instead of headstand.
[QUOTE=A Better Me;12354]Sorry I misread your post, I was reading handstand instead of headstand.[/QUOTE]
No you didn’t misread it. I meant Handstand. Adho Mukha Vrkasana. Upside down Tree.
Thanks for the link! 
I’m going to hijack this post too! I can do handstand … but not with any amount of control! The only way I can get up is with loads of momentum. i.e. starting from standing and then bringing my hands down and feet up in one quick movement (to against a wall). If I start with my hands on the floor and try to kick up from a downward dog pose, I just can’t get all the way up. So I’m not scared, and I have arm/shoulder strength when up.
I guess this is a lack of core strength right … any suggestions for improving? Thanks!
I found that the easiest way of learning the handstand is to walk up the wall (with your back to the wall, put your hands on the ground and walk your feet up), rather than kicking your feet into the air. It’s slower and more controlled. - Of course, this is only an opinion and if it causes you any discomfort, don’t do it.
As for learning to do an unassisted handstand, the best thing you can do is to simply practice the assisted version, over time gradually stop using the wall to stabilize you. This will be as good or better than anything else at training the necessary strength to do a handstand.