A quick one on breath and handstands
Without outside interference most people are pretty good at breathing intuitively depending on the physical task at hand.
That being said here are a few observations that may be of use to you.
Whilst balancing for instance a straight freestanding handstand, a more shallow breathing pattern can be useful. Exhaling deeply can affect the bodies ability to hold enough tension. A bit like a tire deflating.
This is obviously up for debate but very deep meditative breathing can be counter productive in that sense (more so at the the earlier stages of learning)
The total opposite is holding your breath completely whilst you hold which is obviously going to limit you! This is pretty common give your body oxygen please.
Another thing to note is when entering your handstand (kickup, tuckup etc.) Naturally most people will briefly hold their breath until the handstand has been “caught” dont worry this isnt any longer than 1-2 seconds.
One more observation is during certain phases of strength elements. For example a handstand pushup. Inhale during the lower down and then exhale during the push back up to handstand.
Another example, chinups. Exhale as you pull up to the bar and inhale during the lower down.
One last one for the one arm enthusiasts. When I enter a one arm flag I inhale and hold as I side flex into position then once there I exhale and begin breathing normally (well slightly shallower)
That’s all for today!
Happy training =)
