13Aug/090
HSPUs make my eyes red
I started doing hand stand push ups (HSPU) recently as per the Crossfit main page. After doing 5-6 I noticed my eyes were extremely bloodshot for the next few minutes. After a few minutes and a few more reps, I noticed red speckles (capillaries?) all around the area under my eye. Obviously this concerned me a bit so I took to the Crossfit forum where I found other beginners who experienced the same thing. For those looking to successfully and safely complete the move I would suggest the following:
- Ease into the move; use a wall or racked barbell as a guide.
- Don't go for max reps right away; see how your body reacts.
- I find exhaling with each push helps ease the pressure.