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Resistance Band Wrist Extension

The resistance band wrist extension strengthens the forearm extensors, which are often neglected and contribute to elbow pain when weak. Loop a light band around your fingers and extend against resistance.

How to Perform

1

Place a light resistance band around all five fingertips of one hand.

2

Start with fingers closed, then spread and extend them against the band resistance.

3

Hold the extended position for a one-count, then slowly return to the start.

4

Perform 15-25 reps per hand — this is a high-rep endurance exercise.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Using a band that is too heavy, which causes compensatory wrist deviation instead of clean extension.

Rushing through reps — the extensor muscles respond best to controlled, deliberate contractions.

Only training wrist flexion and neglecting extension, which creates muscular imbalances and elbow pain.

Muscle Activation

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Variations

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