Wrist Circles
How to do it
Starting position
- Stand comfortably and bend your elbows at your sides.
- Hold your hands out in front and relax your fingers.
- Lower your shoulders and keep your arms still.
Movement
- Slowly draw large circles with your wrists.
- Switch directions halfway through the set time.
- When finished, lightly shake out your hands.
Breathing
Breathe naturally as you do the movement.
Trainer tips
- Bend your elbows and slowly rotate only your wrists
- Rotate in both directions for the same amount of time
Cautions
- Do not roll them fast, and feel the joint's range of motion.
- Make smaller circles in directions that hurt.
Exercise info
| Primary muscles |  Forearms |
|---|---|
| Equipment |  Bodyweight |
| Movement pattern | Stretching |
| Recommended time | 20 sec–40 sec |
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Representative exercise: Wrist Circles
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