Network Magazine Autumn 2019 | Page 6

A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO MASTERING THE HANDSTAND Handstands are fast becoming one of the most popular bodyweight exercises around, so we’ve teamed up with gymnastics coach and FILEX presenter, Farkas Pungur, to create a Step-by-step Guide to Mastering the Handstand. This course has been designed for fitness professionals who want to learn, design and include handstands in their client’s training program (or just teach themselves!) The teaching steps will help you minimise the risk of injury and maximise the performance of your clients. $109 for Network Members 3 CECS LEARN: • Principles and biomechanics of the handstand • The importance of core stability, and how structural muscles support each other • Functional anatomy of the upper body • Planning for personal training or small group training for handstands • Postural assessments, screenings and exercises for stability, flexibility and strength • Modifications, progressions and regressions. ENROL HERE! ABOUT THE COURSE CREATOR Farkas Pungur Farkas has been in gymnastics for over 40 years as a competitor, international performer and international level gymnastics coach. He has a Masters degree in Physical Education and a Bachelors in Gymnastics/ Sport Coaching, as well as a Diploma in Fitness. Currently working with Gymnastics QLD, you might also recognise Farkas as a competitor on Australian Ninja Warrior. 6 | NETWORK AUTUMN 2019