Warm up thoroughly
Practice wrist, shoulder, and core strength
Learn a strong handstand first
Practice a round-off or lunge entry
Start with a forward lunge
Swing your arms up by your ears
Bend your front knee and drive forward
Place your hands on the floor shoulder-width apart
Kick your back leg over your head
Keep your body tight and straight
Push hard through your shoulders and hands
Snap your legs together as you leave the floor
Land on both feet with bent knees
Keep your arms up for balance
Practice on soft mats with a spotter
Use a coach to correct your form
Stop if you feel pain or lose control
