Handstand Push Up Mat

Affenhand® Handstand Push Up Mat

Perfect for handstand push ups:

The Affenhand® Mat is the perfect mat for handstand push ups (HSPU). Measuring 100x50x4 cm, it is the optimal size that is also used for cross training competitions. In addition, you need only the mat and no weight plates to create a flat surface! But if you want to do Deficit HSPU, for example, then there is enough space to simply put weight plates on the mat. By the way, the level surface also makes it easy to change the grip width and position. No awkward edges of weight plates are in the way. You can also use” the mat for core exercises such as V-Ups, Hollow Hold, etc., as it is pleasantly soft and therefore protects your lower back during these exercises.
Tip: The mat fits exactly between the 👉Affenhand® Parallettes – also ideal for Parallettes Handstand Push Ups

Optimal degree of hardness:

The handstand pushup mat has the optimal degree of hardness for HSPUs. Not too hard, which protects the neck and not too soft, which would make them unstable.
Important: Even if the degree of hardness is optimal for HSPU and your neck is better protected as a result, you should slowly approach the exercise and high repetition rates!

Anti-slip Material:

The outer material used is waterproof and sweat-repellent. That means after training to clean, simply wipe over it with a wet cloth or disinfectant, done 😉. In addition, the mat is robust and not a windy piece of foam. An anti-slip surface was used on the underside, which together with the weight of 5.2 kg (not too heavy and not too light) prevents the mat slipping!

The Handstand Push Up:

The Handstand Push Up (HSPU for short) is the big brother of the classic push-up. You place your hands slightly wider than shoulder width on the handstand push up mat. Then you have to swing up against the wall in a handstand with your heels against the wall. Then bend your elbows until your head touches the mat. In the bottom position, you should form a triangle with your hands and head. Now straighten your elbows again until your entire body is stretched – and you have completed one repetition 😉. The Kipping HSPU is also often used in cross training to achieve even more repetitions with an additional hip effort.
Since the exercise is very demanding, you should slowly work your way up to doing it with high reps or as part of a workout. Exercises that may help you here include negative handstand push ups, pike push ups, and others that improve overhead strength.
If you have shoulder pain during the exercise or you are restricted in mobility, we can offer you our 👉 Shoulder enhancers recommend ❤️.

Handstand pushup tips and review of the HSPU mat:

Fritz Reincke – Berlin Barbell tests our HSPU mat