Editing Handstand (section)

{{short description|Hand-balancing posture in gymnastics and hatha yoga}}
[[Image:AcroDanceHandstand.jpg|thumb|An [[acro dance]]r pauses in a precision handstand before [[Hand walking|handwalking]] across the stage.]]
A '''handstand''' is the act of supporting the body in a stable, inverted vertical position by balancing on the hands. In a basic handstand, the body is held straight with arms and legs fully extended, with hands spaced approximately shoulder-width apart and the legs together. There are many variations of handstands, all of which require the performer to possess adequate [[balance (ability)|balance]] and upper body strength.