Muscle Groups
- Forearms
Purposes
- Stretches wrist and forearm muscles
Overview
The forearm extensor stretch performed on a table top is a passive stretch for the wrist and forearms. The table provides support surface in which to apply gentle pressure to the wrists. You may add the forearm extensor stretch to your workout, between office work, or after tennis or golf.
Description
- Stand with hands hanging down over a table (or other raised surface), both palms facing back toward you.
- Gently press the back of both hands down and flat on the table.
- Keep both elbows straight.
- Repeat with the opposite side.
Mistakes
- Shrugging
- Elbows bending
