How to do it
Keep your chest lifted and spine tall throughout the entire set.
- 1
Stand or sit with your arms at your sides.
- 2
Clench your hands into tight fists.
- 3
Without bending your elbows, lift your fists up until your arms are parallel to the ground.
- 4
Hold the position for a moment, then slowly lower your fists back to your sides.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Ensure your wrists remain straight throughout the movement to avoid strain and to fully engage your forearm muscles.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bending the elbows during the lift
- ✕Exceeding parallel arm height at the top
- ✕Loosening the clenched fists mid-rep