5 simple hand exercises you can do anywhere
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Hand flexibility is important for day-to-day tasks, be it typing on a keyboard or playing a musical instrument. Improving hand flexibility can help you perform better and avoid injuries. Here are five simple exercises that can improve your hand flexibility and make your daily tasks easier. These exercises are easy to do and can be done at home or work without any special equipment.
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Finger stretch exercise
The finger stretch exercise is a simple way to increase flexibility in your fingers. Start by placing your hand flat on a table with your palm facing down. Slowly spread your fingers as wide as possible without straining them. Hold the position for about 30 seconds before relaxing them back to the starting position. Repeat this exercise three times for each hand.
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Thumb stretch exercise
This exercise focuses on improving thumb flexibility. Start by holding one hand out with the palm facing up. Use the other hand to gently pull back on the thumb until you feel a mild stretch. Hold this position for 15 seconds before releasing it slowly. Repeat this process two times per hand.
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Finger lift exercise
Finger lift exercises help strengthen and increase flexibility in each finger individually. Place your hand flat on a surface with fingers extended together but not touching each other. Lift each finger one at a time while keeping others flat on the surface; hold each lift for about three seconds before lowering it back down again. Repeat this five times per finger, per hand.
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Wrist rotation exercise
Wrist rotations are great for loosening up stiff wrists and improving overall hand flexibility. Extend one arm forward at shoulder height and rotate your wrist clockwise 10 times followed by counterclockwise rotations another 10 times. Switch arms and repeat the same sequence again, ensuring both wrists get equal attention during the workout session.
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Palm stretch exercise
To perform palm stretches effectively, extend both arms outward at shoulder level, with palms facing downwards. Using the opposite hand, gently press down on the back of each palm until a slight tension is felt. Maintain this position for approximately 20 seconds before releasing the pressure gently. This should be done twice daily to achieve optimal results over time.