Exercises · lower arms

Side Wrist Pull Stretch

A standing or seated stretch for the wrist and forearm, involving lateral arm extension and gentle pulling.

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Secondary muscles

deltoidslatissimus dorsi

How to do it

  1. Stand or sit tall.
  2. Extend one arm overhead or outward.
  3. Hold your wrist with the opposite hand.
  4. Pull gently toward one side.
  5. Hold, then switch sides.

Form cues

  • Keep arm straight
  • Pull gently
  • Relax shoulder
  • Keep hips squared

Common mistakes

  • Pulling too hard
  • Locking elbow
  • Shrugging shoulder

Breathing

Exhale as you stretch, inhale to reset or switch sides.

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