How to do the Deficit HSPU, step by step
- Set two stable raised surfaces or plates against the wall with a mat in between.
- Put your hands on the raised surfaces and kick up into a handstand.
- Lower yourself under control until your head touches the mat.
- Brace your core and squeeze your glutes.
- Press back up to full arm lockout.
Common mistakes and how to fix them
- Too big a deficit too soonstart with just a few centimeters.
- Wobbly surfaceonly use stable, non-slip platforms.
- Uncontrolled loweringgo down into the deficit slowly.
How to scale the Deficit HSPU
If you can't do the movement cleanly yet or the workout is too heavy, use one of these variations:
- Regular HSPU
- Smaller deficit
- Deficit pike push-up
Also known as
Def hspu · Dhspu
These descriptions are general guidance and don't replace a coach. Have someone at your box show you new movements, and stop if anything hurts.