Finger Flexor Stretch
With the elbow bent and the fingers pointing up, the other hand presses the fingers back toward the forearm, stretching the palm side of the forearm; held for time.
How to do it
Setup
Sitting or standing tall, one elbow bent to about 90°, the wrist bent back, fingers pointing up and the palm facing away.
Steps
- Lay the other palm across the raised fingers.
- Press the fingers back toward the elbow until the inner forearm stretches.
- Hold and breathe, then switch arms.
Common mistakes
Pushing on the fingertips only: press across the whole fingers so no single joint takes it. Letting the elbow drift straight: keep it bent so the stretch stays in the fingers. Forcing a painful bend: stop at a firm, even pull.
Breathing
Slow and even through the hold.
