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StretchingBody weight

Fingers Down Forearm Stretch

Intensity
duration
MET
2.3energy expenditure
Type
Stretching

Target muscles

  • Biceps50%
  • Forearms50%
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Consciously relax your forearm muscles deeper into each hold.

  1. 1

    Extend your right arm straight out in front of you at shoulder height, palm facing down.

  2. 2

    With your left hand, gently press down on the fingers of your right hand until you feel a stretch in your forearm.

  3. 3

    Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds, then switch arms and repeat.

  4. 4

    Perform 2-3 sets for each arm.

Expert tip

Keep your arm extended at shoulder height and avoid bending the wrist too aggressively to prevent strain.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Bending the elbow of the extended arm
  • ✕Dropping the arm below shoulder level
  • ✕Rotating the palm away from facing down
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