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Wrist Circles
Wrist circles move the wrists through their range.
Mobility & FlexibilityWhat this exercise does
Wrist circles move the wrists through their range. They ease stiffness from typing, gripping or arthritis and warm up the hands before lifting.
At a glance
- Body part
- Arms
- Muscles worked
- Wrists, Forearms
- Experience
- Beginner
- Equipment
- No Equipment
- Good for
- Joint-Friendly / Low-Impact
How to do it
- Sit or stand with your arms out in front and your fists loose.
- Rotate your hands in slow circles.
- Do 8 to 10 circles.
- Reverse the direction.
- Open and close your hands to finish.
Common mistakes
- Moving from the elbows.
- Making tiny circles.
- Forcing the movement.
Make it easier or harder
Make it easier
Rest your forearms on a table.
Make it harder
Make bigger circles.
Keep it safe
Move gently. Stop if you feel pinching or pain.
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