GymMove

06/12/2023

I’m sad to say that today I lost my best friend and soulmate.

The feeling right now is very empty and everything feels kind of meaningless.

I’m happy that you’re no longer in pain, but sad that I didn’t get more time with you.

I will miss you everyday, and I’ll always think about you!

Bulten ❤️

17/10/2023

Do you really want to learn the handstand?👇

I’m taking on 3 people who want to transform their handstand and balance in the next 90 days.

→ Detailed assessment + individualised program = maximum results in minimum time.

→ Integrated flexibility & Mobility = improve overhead flexibility and pike/compression strength.

→ Form Reviews & Coaching Calls = master technique, get mentoring and support every step of the way.

If that’s you DM “HS” to see if you’re a good fit for the program!

Sid

30/09/2023

How to use those 65 hours effectively 👇

So many people do the same repeat warmup in every session, and 10 years later it’s the exact same routine.

There’s nothing wrong with sticking to a routine, but we want to apply progressive overload to our warm ups too in order to adjust to increased ability.

So stop with the same foam rolling routine and general movement and start WORKING out in the warm up!

Here are some ideas on how to make the most out of your warm up 🤌

1️⃣ Use loaded stretches, isometrics and active lifts to improve your range of motion in your problem areas.

2️⃣ Work on improving your Plyometrics and lower body ability with different types of jumps and landings.

3️⃣ Develop positional strength and improve body awareness with positional strength -> Hollow holds, Ring Support etc.

4️⃣ Develop skill elements such as handstands, kips and other gymnastics style elements.

What do you like to USE in your warm up?

Let me know!

Sid

24/09/2023

Did you know - even if you're an adult with no gymnastics or acrobatics experience for that matter - you can still learn how to balance the handstand in only 15 minutes per day, even at home…

…without ever having to do hundreds of random drills from Instagram.

You see, we are looking at forever lasting results with consistency.

So we need to ask ourselves one crucially important question:

“What can you stick with for the rest of your life”

Now for the adults I help in demanding jobs, long working hours, hectic schedules & family life…

Doing hour long sessions at the gym, every day, just isn’t plausible.

Even IF it was, they wouldn’t sustain it long term.

And sure, you’ll get those who say…

“You must MAKE time”

“There’s 24 hours in a day”

“If I can do it, so can you”

Which is all absolute horsesh*t BTW.

You need a process which aligns with you, your time and work commitments.

It could be 5 minutes, it could be 10, it could be a 1x 60 minute session per week.

What we have to understand is that it’s not a ‘one size fits all’.

I mean what you could do is:

Spend another 3-5 years trying to make something fit into your lifestyle that will never fit. Which leads to falling off the wagon ‘again’ and ultimately running around in circles taking a step back each time rather than forwards.

OR

You could have a specific plan that fits in with work, the kids, your social life and allows you to move forward (yes forward) at a nice pace.

Something that allows you to learn how to consistently kick up and find balance, without having to do hours of prep work and line drills that don’t work.

I'm curious, how are you finding your current training regime at the moment? Would love to know in the comments or even drop me a DM.

P.S. Do you want a handstand program designed for your lifestyle that maximises your results with minimal time investment?

Comment or send me a message with the letters “HS” and I’ll tell you more about it!

13/09/2022

What is required for balancing a handstand?

We know that your core is not a critical factor in your ability to balance.

So what is that makes balance happen?

Let me know what you think!👇

I’ll share a post tomorrow for those who don’t know what the deal is…

Want to develop your handstand, find your balance, creates shapes or do presses?👇

📚 Shoot me a DM to get my FREE 14-day handstand challenge (guaranteed to improve your balance).

🤸‍♂️ Purchase my “Handstand Balance” for only $129 ($70 discount). Check the link in my profile to get it.

💻 Book a free consultation to setup online Coaching for your handstand and flexibility training (link in bio).

Yours in movement,

Sid

11/09/2022

Have you ever been told by a coach or somebody else that your handstand sucks because your core is weak?

I hate to break it to you, but it’s not true.

Do you want a simple test to see if your core is strong enough for the handstand?

Stand up and relax your core.

Did you instantly fall over?

Thank god, if you did you really need more core strength…

But if you were able to stay in balance without tensing your core, then you have a strong enough core for the handstand.

You simply to need to learn how to stack your handstand and build kore strength in the shoulders and upper back.

Want to develop your handstand and finally find your balance?

📚 Shoot me a DM to get my FREE 14-day handstand challenge (guaranteed to improve your balance).

🤸‍♂️ Purchase my “Handstand Balance” for only $129 ($70 discount). Check the link in my profile to get it.

💻 Book a free consultation to setup online Coaching for your handstand and flexibility training (link in bio).

Yours in movement,

Sid

22/08/2022

Are you tired of not making any progress with your handstand, or do you feel like there's something your missing?

Join my Handstand Freedom Crash Course and learn what it takes to find freedom in your handstand... and start balancing your handstand freely and with control.

This is completely FREE for everyone in the group, all you have to do is leave me your name and email so I can send it to you.

I'm not sure how long I'll keep this up for, or if it will remain free... So go ahead and join now!

…

This online crash course is designed to teach you the fundamentals of balancing the handstand and give you a great foundation to build from.

Some of the things you'll learn from the crash course include:

* How to overcome your fear and learn how to fall safely.
* How to develop consistent kick ups and find balance.
* How to create the straight line without losing balance.
* How to create balance in handstand with/without a wall.

In each day of the workshop you'll receive one or multiple videos with educational material on a specific topic along with an assignment to put it all into practice.

You can join the private Facebook group and let us know you have done your assignment and share your videos or photos to get individual feedback on your handsand.

If you have been struggling with your handstand balance for a while... this is going to be a real game changer for improving your handstand and balance.

Yours in balance,

Sid

07/08/2022

The second step in finding balance is learning to move the weight forward.

Which is where you could introduce the Toe Pull!👋

If you got any questions on this one please let me know in the comments.

Also if you’re interested in joining my NEW handstand mastery online course, shoot me a DM!📩

Yours in movement,

Sid

06/08/2022

How to ’find’ balance in your handstand

In order to find balance we need to place the centre of the body over the center of our hands.

We do this primarily by moving the shoulders and hip joint forward.

This moves OFF the wall and INTO the hands and on top of the shoulders.

Practice the chest to wall hold and build strength in the position.

Do 3-5 sets of 30-60 second holds twice per week to get started.

Stick around for tomorrows post on how to move your body freely upside down.

P.S. Send me a DM with a “🤸‍♂️” If you want me to send you some free Ebooks and videos to help you.

Yours in movement,

Sid

31/07/2022

Getting my tan on (upside down).

The sunglasses were necessary to be able to do my head in position 😂

Tag me in your best handstand pics. Would love to see where you handstand ✌️

📸

Yours in movement,

Sid

19/07/2022

Tuck Jump 🔝

The jump into tuck is one of the first ways I expose my students to the tuck (besides the wall).

It’s a great way to build strength in the upper back and learn to stack the shoulders in the tuck position.

This is a sequence of progressions that could be used to develop your tuck jump.

Starting with momentum and reaching with the arms to reducing the momentum and planting the hands.

By utilising momentum you can reduce the strength needed to perform the movement and focus on technique.

You then progressively reduce the speed and use more of the upper back to lift yourself up to the tuck.

Have you tried tuck jumps? Let me know your experience!🤓

📩 Do you have any other topics you want me to cover? Shoot me a DM or leave a comment down below

Yours in movement,

Sid

01/07/2022