WRIST CIRCLES

Wrist circles are a joint mobility movement where you rotate your hands at the wrists to loosen the joint and warm the surrounding forearm muscles. They improve range of motion and circulation through the wrists and forearms, preparing them for any exercise that loads the hands, such as push-ups, planks, or pulling movements. Extend your arms or clasp your hands together, then rotate your wrists in slow, controlled circles, moving through the full comfortable range. Make several rotations in one direction, then reverse. Keep the motion smooth and unforced, and relax your shoulders. Wrist circles are especially useful before any weight-bearing work on your hands, and they offer quick relief for stiffness that builds from typing, gripping, or repetitive hand use throughout the day. Use them as part of a warm-up or as a brief reset during long desk sessions.

POSITIONS

  • Standing
  • Seated
  • Kneeling

VARIATIONS

  • Slow
  • Low-impact
  • Seated
  • On-knees
  • Alternating

Exercise descriptions were generated with AI. Always consult a qualified professional before starting a new training program.