Handstand Push-ups Standards
How does your handstand push-ups stack up? These are the pass / good / excellent / elite tiers (higher is better), by sex.
| Tier | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Pass | 3 reps | 1 reps |
| Good | 8 reps | 4 reps |
| Excellent | 15 reps | 8 reps |
| Elite | 25 reps | 15 reps |
Tiers map to roughly the 50th / 70th / 85th / top 5% of trained athletes.
Counts toward: Gym-Goer · Hybrid Athlete · CrossFit · HYROX · Bodybuilder
How to improve your Handstand Push-ups
- Build overhead strength (strict press, handstand holds) before chasing kipping reps.
- Progress from box or pike push-ups toward free handstand push-ups as strength allows.
- Train midline and shoulder stability so you can hold the inverted position.
FAQ
What is a good Handstand Push-ups?
A "Good" Handstand Push-ups sits around the 70th percentile of trained athletes — see the table above for the exact figure for your sex. "Excellent" is roughly the top 15%, and "Elite" is the top 5%.
How is the Handstand Push-ups scored?
Your result is placed on a 0–100 curve anchored at the pass / good / excellent / elite tiers, adjusted for sex. A higher number scores higher.
How can I improve my Handstand Push-ups?
Build overhead strength (strict press, handstand holds) before chasing kipping reps. Progress from box or pike push-ups toward free handstand push-ups as strength allows. Train midline and shoulder stability so you can hold the inverted position.
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