Frog Stand Progression | Learn The Handstand! (Step 1)

[@saramcdonald5624]

Guys please don't give up!! When I first started I fell on my face every single time but I would attempt it 5 or 6 times through out the day and now I can hold it for around 6 to 7 seconds. I know it's not incredible but I'm so happy with my progress!

[@MinusTheGym]

Way to go! I'm going to pin this so others are inspired. Thanks :)

[@saramcdonald5624]

@@MinusTheGym aw thank you so much!

[@stickyschannel8497]

Good job man! I want to learn this also. Let's go!

[@Viral_Stream_Clips0]

@@MinusTheGym i cant do this because my knee is pulling down my arm skin and squashing it ( im not fat im actually skinny) please help

[@Velocity._.sk8r]

Same though. I've been trying calisthenics since before quarrentine but I never got to actually trying this stuff

[@marziacosta2269]

"Use a pillow to prevent yourself from landing on your face" Me: *falls sideways*

[@potatoheaded1648]

This made me laugh so bad

[@nolanpurk5185]

This had me crying I don’t know why😂

[@estebantia2413]

Too funny! 🤣

[@crooownez8574]

You made me cry lmao

[@fuarkbrah0]

Deliberately try to fall forward

[@Lazlum]

`The biggest challenge for a beginner is to hold balance` Bro my feet are stuck on the ground

[@kilgoretrout6136]

Off the ground yet?

[@Lazlum]

quite better

[@kilgoretrout6136]

@@Lazlum Good !!!

[@mapisaavedra9259]

Same

[@xpekerin4056]

U are azir main wtf why

[@liberty5069]

This is a great tutorial. At 62, I'm determined to do a handstand. A couple of years ago I mastered 1 armed pushups, but they are nothing compared to the skills and strength you need for a handstand.

[@thedude8526]

Different muscles really. That's what I love about calisthenics, there's always something new to master.

[@nitish.pratap.singh.]

How is it going, sir

[@DrDeepstack]

How's your handstand goin?

[@willemgijs3803]

Now the human flag grandpa

[@SeForeVers]

Update us man we're dying to know

[@omulcudrujba]

I thought that the pillow thing was bs at first but it actually works and it helps build confidence

[@DoctorNerf]

Bald white guy: *exists* The internet: You look like Jonny Sinns omg!

[@heretyk_1337]

@Tolga Öztürk You couldn`t resist, could you? :) Daniel: look at ANY joke in KZbin comments section. "Nobody: KZbin: Let`s reccomend so and so" "Last time i was here so early, so and so was happening" You really think, they will grow up soon...?

[@being__smart]

And ur name like dani Daniels🤣

[@shaunak8528]

True

[@oldsoul2829]

but still he looks like johnu sinns.

[@ZeroFucksLeft]

Mr. Clean's nephew*

[@brooke5655]

Day 23 of quarantine: I swear I’m gonna come out of this with a bunch of new skills

[@sabrsndi6358]

Respect✊ I like when I see some people trying to find the bright side of this quarantine

[@jean-alexandrebolduc6918]

day 40: still watching videos but haven't do anything productive... woooooopsss

[@evanskordilis5684]

at the ens of quaratine we will be like olympic athlets XD

[@intriguinglyenigmatic1743]

Back of my arms hurt yo

[@liquidham5910]

That’s wat I’m doin to

[@jon222-r4j]

the first tip of the pillow is underrated, i tried doing it when i first saw it but i smacked tf out my head 3 times lmao

[@stn6408]

I hit my wrist with my knee like wtf

[@Andrew-it7fb]

Must have smacked it pretty good to not learn after the first time! 😅

[@footballnerd277]

Personally I recommend 2 pillows! Trust me, one is not enough!

[@sakshamgoesjim]

@@footballnerd277 true af

[@rovibb2128]

For easy use :D FROGSTAND press palms and fingerprints Tip 1: NEVER skip Warm Up Forward and backward Wrist Extension + Wrist Flexion Tip 2 : Go in & Out of Frogstand for Reps Tip 3 : Frogstand Press-Ups Tip 4 : Frogstand with Leg Shifts THANKS to Minus The Gym

[@buzzybee427]

This hurts my arms where my knees are digging in to my triceps

[@danielprice6762]

I put my knees to the side of my tricep so it doesn't dig in and i can hold a few seconds (couldn't do anything otherwise)

[@ifassnacht]

Daniel Price I am doing the same thing!

[@pipirisnaki]

Same here. I'll try Daniel tip

[@pipirisnaki]

K, tried Daniel tip. I could stand posture a few seconds more, maybe 4 seconds i total jeje, but at least is something!!

[@ifassnacht]

@@pipirisnaki same here, but it was less than 4 seconds! did it for a week and now i'm able to get up to 10 seconds! balancing is hard, but now this exercise is getting fun!

[@LizaLavolta]

You are such a clear teacher. I tried to learn this a week ago through another video and was discouraged due to lack of details but this video cleared a lot up for me (: thank u

[@VictorRodrigues-ey8kq]

I have wached allmost 1000 vidios to learn hand stand. But no one taught like you. I was trying since 3 years to learn hand stand. But no one predict like you the basic secrets for hand stand. Many may champions.! But not good coaches! This I understood after wach your vidio.! Thank you so much sir.❤

[@nitinbhardwaj9072]

I followed your instructions and practiced for a month and now i can hold myself into that position for more than 20 seconds. Thank you so much for your advice😊😊😊

[@hironmoypalit8595]

Excellent. I am doing in my 65 year s .Many thanks to you.

[@Ultschik]

Yesterday I could balance it the first time for about 5 seconds. It works! I like your logo and logo animation!

[@darealletti7053]

Pillow trick is great just face planted

[@soorajchandran]

I have been doing a lot of handstand research, and this is one of the best I've found so far. Wish you get a lot more subscribers soon! Thanks.

[@margretmoraa204]

Even me and I fell on the floor

[@procrapro]

So glad I watched this video. That pillow tip was definitely needed

[@Daleymop]

Grateful for the pillow tip! A mighty faceplant it was! I've been using your videos for fitness inspiration for a few years now, love how achievable, attainable, and accessible you make things. I've recommended your channel to a few good friends starting their fitness journeys

[@Daleymop]

After a month of practice, I can now stably (yeah I know that word looks wrong) hold a frogstand. Time for the headstand

[@Guizeuoiq]

​​@@Daleymop nice! so how are you doing now and what are you're new focuses (don't know if i spelled that right but you get the point)

[@bheegibillu9957]

Day 1- 31st March, Can’t even maintain for a second…so just focusing on the technique and warm up steps. 3rd Day of training- 5th April -3-4 sec. Form is still bad. Just noticed,I was doing the tech wrong…first lean forward and shift your weight to your hands..then lift your leg,so that less strain in core and leg but more in your shoulder and hand. 16th April- can consistently maintain frog stand for 6-7 sec…sometimes reach 10sec

[@sulezraz]

First step to use to build the foundation of handstands 0:30 Frog Stand. Knees are tucked up and resting on your elbows. Exercise is great to build strength in wrist, forearms, shoulders and upper back muscles around your shoulder blades, which will translate well later on in the handstand. 0:57 Use a Pillow in front of your face. 1:30 Frog Stand Form. Get into a squat position. Dig knees into the back of your upper arms. Lean forward so the weight shifts to your hands and your heels are off the floor and on your tippy toes. As a beginner, the hardest thing will be to maintain balance. 3:02 Don’t rush, it takes practice. Once you can hold it for 20 to 30 secs then you can go onto the next step which is the Tripod Headstand. It gives you the perfect stability to focus on core and legs. 3:50 Tip 1: Don’t Skip Warm-up. Do forward and backward facing wrist extension and wrist flexion with the backs of the hand. 4:22 Tip 2: Go In and Out of Frog Stands for reps, which helps to build strength. Stabilise and hold position for a second and then come out of it again. 4:52 Tip 3 Frog Stand Press-Ups. Lower your face as close to the ground and then back up. Make sure your shoulder blades are moving apart and press back up. 5:08 Tip 4 Frog Stand with Leg Shifts. Lift one leg off the elbow and move it towards the other leg and repeat for other side.

[@AthleticCoder]

Thanks for summary, really helpful :)

[@AatqaQazi]

I didn't expected that but I am able to do a frog stand In a couple of days. I am proud of myself. You are a great teacher 💞

[@insightvideo6136]

Fantastic. Great instruction. Thank you!

[@paulmunro3175]

Finally a step-by-step instruction set with all the safety points built in. Thanks and well done.

[@MinusTheGym]

Paul Munro Thanks man! Glad you liked it :)

[@folkfriend]

Imagine my surprise when, by following your tutorial, I was actually able to do a calisthenic exercise workout having to spend six months building up to it! Thanks :D

[@101personal]

Great drill. The best I’ve seen in YEARS that I have been looking for tips on how to learn Handstand. Please keep up with these great tutorials

[@corwinchung4653]

Hey Ryan, just want to say thank you for this video! Been trying to frogstand for awhile and finally I’m able to get the hang out for it! Still working and improving on my balance 😊

[@artoftheathlete9274]

Thank you for such an excellent tutorial. I am a fitness professional and create the programming for my gym. Everyone wants to learn to freestanding handstand and handstand walk, but of course they need to build the foundation first with movements such as frog stand and this is an amazing resource we'll be using. It's great how clearly and straightforward you explain it without any ego or sensationalism like we often see in these other types of videos. Keep up the superb work!

[@Yourfriendinendtimes]

I agreed to your new years resolution to learn to handstand this year. unfortunately I broke my ankle in Feb!! But I'm back up and running again, and just started doing this today! I was impressed with myself for how long I could actually hold it. I did it outside in the grass and maybe this was cheating but I was able to grip the soft ground with my hands and it really helped. I am going to give myself the same new years resolution this next year, along with some other ones, I am so excited to get to learn how to handstand!! Thanks again for everything!!

[@MinusTheGym]

Glad to hear your ankle is better! And that’s definitely not cheating :) Gripping the ground like that (even indoors) is one of the keys to balancing on your hands. The finger tips provide correction for balance. Keep it up!

[@footballnerd277]

So I just came across this video 20 minutes ago. Starting to get the hang of it but haven't managed to hold the pose yet. My advance for beginners is wear a jumper if it hurts when your knees dig into your arms, and maybe use 2 pillows cos one wasn't enough for me! I will keep you updated as I continue my progress during UK lockdown!

[@mcgaggero]

Great video: it really helps my calisthenics, thanks!

[@omegamanGXE]

Luigi Gaggero

[@anthonydavythompsonstevens4297]

Also Definitely One of the Best ,Progressive Hand Stand Training Methodologies we have come a cross. Nice Video!Thankyou. Much Appreciated. 😀❤️👍

[@percentaccepted]

Thank you !!! Video was very helpfull

[@toukaK]

thanks for sharing this. I tried this today for the first time and I can already feel making progress towards handstand!

[@samguliker6394]

Day1: Happy to get into the pose, Day2: 2-3 seconds start doing the exercises to gain strength. Day3: Hold up to 7 seconds. Damn I hope I can get the 20-30s end of the month! Thanks for the video :>

[@shrek3773]

Hi Ryan, your tips worked perfectly for me. I tried frog stand first, then went for head stand and I am happy to tell you that I can do it in the centre of the room without touching or anyone's support. Now I need more stability in that position. Now looking forward to handstand!! Thanks a lot!! 😊😊

[@gnascor_d6428]

Thanks dude, I never noticed that I could transition to a head stand from the frog stand, I can currently hold around 40 seconds on a handstand against the wall, but in trying to get stronger without the support because I really struggle with the kick up

[@subodhb1083]

by far the best set of tips and step by step method to improve!

[@zdaavi8959]

I tried it for the first time 2 mins ago and i have a problem. My knees slip of from the back of my arms or if they dont slip off the back of my arm hurts a bit

[@MinusTheGym]

zDaaVi that's normal if it hurts the backs of your arms a bit in the beginning. Stay consistent with practice and it'll go away eventually. If you have soreness/bruising then take days off from practice until it doesn't hurt anymore. Regarding the slipping, if it's not your clothes (or sweat) causing it, then you may need to lean further forward to make more of a "shelf" with your upper arms for your knees to rest on.

[@chifusu6461]

@@MinusTheGym " lean further forward to make more of a "shelf" with your upper arms for your knees to rest on." ==> This is the exact solution that I was looking for. Thanks a lot!

[@justinzhang6883]

Minus The Gym i just tried today and it is kinda hurt when the knee caps rubbing back of arm, should I wear a long pant and long sleeves. Or any other way to ease the uncomfortable.

[@SuprEmpth]

Yeah I’m having the same problem. Did the pain eventually go away?

[@nicolasdiazcarrillo4555]

@@SuprEmpth I'm on the same trouble. There's the option were you can set your knees/legs a little bit more opened to the sides, making contact with the interior side of your leg, just where it bends. It works for me. Try doing that set-up first and then leaning forward and rising your feet slowly. I think that putting your knees directly on your elbows or triceps needs more control of your balance in bending forward and kind of more straight arm endurance. (sorry for my english haha)

[@cmerighe2]

There are many videos on this topic, but this one is my favorite.

[@alexsaurusflex]

Great Video! I can hold it for 60 seconds and sometimes I manage to pass over into a short handstand, but my balance is not good enough to hold it. Thanks for your Video, I will keep practicing. Greetings from Germany!

[@MinusTheGym]

Nesh damn! 60 seconds is a great frog stand. Way to go! :) And you'll get the handstand part. It took me months of practice to figure out how to "lock out" into a solid straight handstand at the top.

[@dudleydooright]

You need to be practicing the advanced frog stand (or crane pose) if you can hold this for 60 seconds. Same thing but keep the arms straight and elbows locked. This one doesn't work the shoulders either... so it's a base, but at 60 seconds, it's time to move on.

[@barryrahn5957]

Handstands are good for calming the mind - a kind of meditation.

[@hi-sq6fd]

Lmfao that is why I came here... I landed on my face 😂😂

[@MinusTheGym]

hi 😂 gotta use that safety pillow!

[@barley4458]

Gotta roll out of the handstand

[@fatihsolak3624]

I m watching this with pain in my face:)

[@arias4491]

Same

[@pjbottoms839]

Lol, God bless

[@ianrigby7395]

I really appreciate this video. I'm 40 years old and recently started callisthenics, frog stand is the first mile stone I've set myself and in a week of doing it a little bit everyday I'm starting to understand the position more. Though I'm struggling to maintain it for more than a few moments! But this video really clearly laid out an excellent base from which to begin it and I know I'll get it soon :)

[@sabrsndi6358]

First time I tried frogStand was about couple of days ago and I could do it easily, your tips are amazing tho

[@PL128]

thanks man! loads of videos out there but not many giving more simple practice tips with the frog stand. Thanks again

[@aloevera7422]

I've been making it a habit where I frog stand almost every day. It's a start into calisthenics!!!

[@MinusTheGym]

That’s a great habit! Keep it up!

[@SkillfulKiwi]

I could do a frogstand for about 2 seconds first try! Now it's time to practice and improve Thanks J. Sins

[@rannpnut7681]

Does anybody else feel like their knees hurt their upper arms, like they're digging in? And my knees always slide right off my upper arms, that's really what I'm struggling with.

[@tinykox6133]

Same

[@strayorion2031]

You don't need to push you knees into your arms, just support

[@footballnerd277]

I recommend wearing a jumper

[@pingasman6981]

I had the same problem 1 year ago when i tried, i even hurt myself and i had to stop doing it because i burnt my skin cuz my stupidity of pushing to hard. Actually its pretty easy, just try to do the pose slowly and try your best to not push your knees to the upper arms, once you manage to not push you reallize its pretty easy to just support instead of putting that much strenght :D

[@Fitz557]

Hi there ! I just wanted to say thanks, because this video is really helpful. I've checked a few other videos from other people on how to do a handstand, and none is as detailed and safe as yours. I love the way with that method everything is controled, instead of doing things that can be dangerous. Awesome job !

[@MrAstose]

You look like Johnny Sinns, noice

[@ethanwinter6498]

Lol​

[@pioneerpawn7572]

yeah he does

[@nastyzaz]

known this was gonna be the first comment

[@pioneerpawn7572]

@@nastyzaz so true

[@lordinfernus2340]

I was going to ask the same thing 😂

[@jongsookim636]

thanks God... success 10sec. only 7th try. you R the Best coach. guys i got small tips, take off your toe one and slowly slowly another one with feel your weight. if you guys feel hurt your arm back, just little wider your knee position. dont scrub your sharp kee bone, use quadriceps's head. its soft but you can strenthen as your bone.

[@chunaldo1]

thanks for the guide, jason statham!

[@Flattop312]

It's awesome that you kept your faceplant in the video! Thank you! So many people put out these "perfect" videos that are unrealistic - everyone had to start with small failures.

[@weebchina9639]

Great man, actually one of the best handstand tutorial I've found, beside school of calisthenic's video. All other channels are focusing on how to balance with hand w/ wall assisted handstand but forgetting it might be too much a progression for lots people.

[@MinusTheGym]

Weeb China I totally agree. Wall handstand is pretty advanced for a beginner. I had to start out with frogstand (and headstand) as well before I developed enough strength and coordination to get upside down against a wall. I'm glad you found my handstand tutorial :)

[@mikeb3315]

I finally found a positive response from a viewer, I've been practicing this for a month or 2 now, I can the frogstance, but you pointed out a couple of things I missed. Great video, I'll be subscribing 👍🏼💪🏼

[@gettingtherevegan421]

My god dude these videos are so freakin helpful it’s crazy. Your so easy to follow and it’s so much easier to tackle some of these with your approach

[@polarbear6479]

At this point, I’ve kissed the floor more than I kiss my mom

[@yessirmate8357]

Polar Bear More than u kissed the homies goodnight lol

[@GoogleVideoMember]

Its 2021 and im pretty sure you did not kiss the floor by now. Lol

[@ljubinkouzelac9700]

@@GoogleVideoMember lol

[@ljubinkouzelac9700]

@@GoogleVideoMember lol

[@حيدرمحمدعبدالزهرة]

Great, I learned it from this video but i like doing it on dumbbells because it's easier on the wrists.

[@clakoclakson]

The like-dislike ratio speaks for itself. Nice tutorial!

[@afxquest6167]

I did it after a couple of tries it is really clear to understand

[@achupudasaini860]

Followed this video and was able to hold for 7 seconds. My first day. Thank you sins 🙏🤣

[@zacharywilliams2]

"Thank you sins" lmao

[@sergiog2930]

Thank you sinssss 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@pjbottoms839]

God bless

[@mrsubhasish]

Hello Sir, I know I am late, but your video was so helpful for me to finally do my frogstand. Please keep posting your videos, they are of great help. Can't thank you enough. Practising Headstand now, will let you know once I get that as well. 🙏

[@christianneariana]

Day 1 and I can hold this for like 2 seconds, gonna try this again tomorrow Day 2 I can do it consistently for an average of 5 seconds

[@MinusTheGym]

christianne delos santos nice! That's a great start 👍

[@Tenza_Infiniti]

1 week and I finally mastered this💪 thx man

[@ironmight4334]

This is so helpful. Thanku!!!!!

[@mathieuroussel1068]

Thx dude , thanks to your videos i hold frogstand for 15 sec now ! I hold il for 2 sec during 2 month and now, in a week i improve it... i gonna practice more and after -> handstand

[@salutecanada1385]

Even with the pillow, I am freaking scared

[@GoogleVideoMember]

Same.

[@logans3365]

Try getting depressed and suicidal, it’s the absolute fastest way to conquer all of your fears. Of course you how to stay on the right side of the line, but if you can manage your emotions well, then it’s a great balance.

[@goblinofsharksnacks]

The tip about starting knee position really helped, im up to 15 seconds but a bit shakey, starting like that stopped the shake

[@fallen6060]

The one problem I have, is where I have to place my knees. As shown in the video, the knees look like they're resting *on* the elbows. When I try to do it while my knees are resting on my elbows, it hurts alot, since it feels like they're digging into my upper arms which is pretty uncomfortable. But, when I place my knees more to the side, it feels way more comfortable and I can hold the frog stand way longer. Is it ok to do what I do? Should I practice doing it on my elbows and not to the side? Help?

[@pogchamp7983]

Yay this was the first explanation that I could follow the digging of knees into back of arms part really helped thanks!

[@doomteam2326]

Damn this is a great frog stand video

[@logans3365]

I’m training to do front and side splits, I’ll add this in to start building some strength and balance for upper body. Full mobility will be mine, no matter how much training it takes

[@wrabac89]

Of couseee Pilloooooow! I feel something is missing 😂 Thanks!

[@MrCharleswr]

Ok this fast becoming one of my favorite KZbin channels

[@LordyzDevz]

Lmfao I did this on my backyard and the floor wasn’t grass and it was solid solid 😂😂! I hit my head and saw god for a sec lmaoo.

[@tankeasy8180]

amazing advice, by the end of the video I was holding for 10 seconds and I've never done frog stand before this!

[@Jez1963UK]

Love your channel, I’m a complete beginner aged 56 :)

[@lyncottam9884]

Jez I too am 56 and tried this for 1st time todaymanaged, 1 foot off floor, how's it going for you? How often should I do it?

[@miloslavpokorny2358]

hi from Czech republic pals, so very easy to watch it, have a good time, ať je líp

[@SuprEmpth]

My boney knees are weapons. Also thank you for the pillow tip because my first attempt ended in a face plant lol

[@BabaYaga95616]

Ive watched calisthenics reels all the time for the past bit and finally started this frog stand the past week, i couldnt keep my balance the first handful of times obviously due to lack of experience. But the consistency and the determination is what wins this progression. Your point on the fngers helped me a lot in maintaining my balance. Love this video. Love your thought process. I enjoyed the video , i hope you enjoy my sub and comment

[@haseebtahir8917]

And there's the cat doing cat stand😂

[@blackmask1962]

Very nice video for a person who want to start calisthenics or profesional calisthenics

[@sarahbaiocchi]

Ahahah, thanks for the pillow tip! If only I'd watched THIS video first... XD

[@DogDog173]

Thanks to you I am able to do the crow pose now! Gonna happily advance to the other poses now :) I am excited about this journey!

[@dami7461]

ME: Learning frog stand My Dad: What kind of none sense are you into again

[@abdelmenoem]

OK i have to say thanks Now from 2 sec frog stand to 20 second After only watching your video I think my wrist was strong enough but I had a problem with balance Your plam - finger tip have helped me a lot And with a pillow in front of my head I could train more and more without considering that my strength would let me down

[@geminix365]

Yes, here i am, AFTER i learnt to handstand xd

[@lowendfreak6696]

same, today i held 18second handstand and now i saw this for first time

[@AG_only_comments]

I am so glad I found this channel! I would like to learn to a handstand, and I was thinking of doing exactly in the progression he mentions in this video. I'll keep trying frog stand till I master it 😁

[@mihaiu265]

I'm so sorry for the rockers who forgot the pillow😂🤣🤣

[@Yasin-ig2od]

You are a brilliant instructor or teacher ... Great tips, Thanks a lot bro 🙏

[@eytan0127]

2:51 tilt your head left 90° and you’ll see the most intense stare down with a wall

[@_Avaan_]

Frog Stand Is Amazing❤️

[@davidrowlands5041]

Ok SOMEHOW I am wearing the same pants as him right now trying this

[@parthsetia2787]

Haha! What a coincidence!

[@rohankucheriya]

Finally a guy with shirt and awesome insights

[@kennethirgendwas4616]

Wow i just tried this and did 5 seconds on my second try. But man this hurts where my knees touch my arms xP Edit: i found if i tuck my knees outwards an press my elbows into the inside of my knees its a lot less painful to do this exercise.

[@burritopaws5818]

omg same, the first day I did this my elbow area started to bruise. ty for this

[@Scrabbl84]

im learning the frog stand for three weeks now and ive watched a ton of videos ... but this is the first video, that mentioned a pillow. I learned it myself the hard way, wish i had seen this earlier :D

[@raghuware2469]

I hurt my knee while trying to switch between frog stand to hand stand.... But it's alright I'm going to learn this..

[@tifak3636]

You actually helped me A LOT! thanks man hope you get 1m subs asap,, and continue what are you doing

[@ravigautam2738]

Johny sins chose yoga

[@abcdefg6456]

1:30 i expected whiter pillow from johnny sins xdddd