Handstand World Records  

Patrice P. performed a handstand on a trampoline for one minute, 27.47 seconds.

Michael L. performed a handstand on an inclined mat for one minute, 7.31 seconds.

Aerial Manx performed a handstand on broken glass for 8.47 seconds while swallowing a sword. NOTE: This record is dangerous and should only be attempted by trained professionals.

Michael L. performed a handstand on circus hand balancing canes for one minute, 35.35 seconds.

Damani J. performed a handstand on his fingertips. He remained balanced in position for one minute, 2.12 seconds.

Kirsten V. performed a handstand on parallel bars for two minutes, 9.63 seconds.

Michael L. performed a handstand on parallel bars over a bed of nails for one minute, 18.30 seconds. NOTE: This record can be dangerous and should only be attempted by trained professionals.

Michael Louis performed a handstand on parallel bars over a person for 49.56 seconds.

Michael Louis performed a handstand on parallel bars over broken glass for 56.06 seconds.

Michael L. performed a handstand on top of a mountain for one minute, 17.12 seconds. He performed the feat at Garret Mountain Reservation, located in Woodland Park, NJ. Michael performed the record at a spot approximately 500 feet above sea level.

Michael L. performed a handstand on two separate gymnastics mats for one minute, 29.68 seconds.

Darryl Learie performed a handstand on Sanson's Peak, Sulphur Mountain for 26.03 seconds. The peak has an elevation of 7,402 feet with 78% of available oxygen.

Athlete Tameru Zegeye performed a handstand walk 76 meters in distance with his hands on crutches. Olympic runner Mohammed Aman, Keith Bowers of BBC, Natalie Miller of Africa for Operation Smile and Hannah Gibson of Jhpiego were present to witness the attempt. Tameru dreams to perform and travel with Cirque Du Soleil. Learn more about him here.

Mallory A. performed a handstand for one minute, 40.44 seconds while balancing a book on her feet.

Alex Kane stood on his hands while performing a stand-up comedy routine for 37.86 seconds. Kane set the record at a RecordSetter LIVE! event at UCB Theater in New York City.

Gordon performed a handstand with his hands inside a pair of shoes for one minute, 41.87 seconds.