[header] How to do a front handspring [title] Run and hop. [step] In order to gain momentum, start by running a few steps and then doing a hurdle. A hurdle is a quick hop or skip that allows you to start the handspring. 
Hop from your dominant foot, land on your dominant foot, and then quickly step with your non-dominant foot. [substeps] Raise your arms straight up in the air when you hurdle.