Your forearms are important as they are needed to grip the bar; the muscles that improve grip attach to the elbow. Instead of static stretching, dynamically stretching them is a more efficient way to warm them up.
- Move the hands into extension and turn the palms towards the floor, with the thumbs facing outwards
- Keep the weight even through your hands
- You can rock back and forth through here; static stretching these is not recommended
If this is uncomfortable on the wrist, follow the regression:
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This may not be appropriate for clients with shoulder pathology. If you have pain doing this, consult your local physio.
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