While on a family vacation, I had the opportunity to discuss calisthenics and gymnastics with some extended family who happens to be a physical therapist. We were discussing the purity of movement as stepping stones for gymnastics progression.
I am comfortable doing pull-ups, but do not keep a stable core, thereby emphasizing shoulder strength versus lat strength.
Similarly with hand stand holds, I have an arched back. His suspicion was core strength, but I would argue it is more a function of shoulder mobility.
Either way he recommended some books and I may consider starting over with progressions. Regardless of those steps, losing abdominal fat and improving overall mobility will lead to great strides in overall well being.
I am comfortable doing pull-ups, but do not keep a stable core, thereby emphasizing shoulder strength versus lat strength.
Similarly with hand stand holds, I have an arched back. His suspicion was core strength, but I would argue it is more a function of shoulder mobility.
Either way he recommended some books and I may consider starting over with progressions. Regardless of those steps, losing abdominal fat and improving overall mobility will lead to great strides in overall well being.
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