Prayer Stretch
Excellent stretch for wrists and forearms
Mobility & StretchingBeginnerMobilityStretch
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: Wrist flexors |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Mobility & Stretching |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Mobility · Stretch |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 20-30 seconds |
| Estimated calories burned | ~20 kcal |
How to do it
- Step 1: Place palms together at chest
- Step 2: Lower hands toward waist
- Step 3: Keep palms pressed
- Step 4: Feel stretch in wrists
- Step 5: Hold and release
Equipment
- None (bodyweight) optional
Coaching tips
Benefits
Excellent stretch for wrists and forearms
Common mistakes
Forcing hands down
Make it harder
Lower hands further
Make it easier
Higher hand position
Breathing
Deep steady breathing
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