Somersault Stand-up (male)

Somersault Stand-up demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Start by standing with legs hip-width apart
  • 2Bend your knees and transfer your weight to your hands, then tuck your knees into your chest
  • 3Roll backwards over your shoulders, keeping your knees tucked
  • 4When your feet touch the ground again, straighten your legs and stand up
  • 5Repeat the move for your workout regimen

Tips:

  • Avoid rolling over your neck or head. Instead, use decent speed to roll over your shoulders and back
  • The somersault part should be smooth and fluid, not jerky or forced
  • Remember to push from your core and use pelvic thrust to stand up
  • Breath in when rolling and breath out when standing up

Somersault Stand-up Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs