Kettlebell Wrist Stabilization Exercise by Physiotherapist Alicia Cole
I love this exercise to train in spatial awareness and re-introduce loading of the wrist joint following an injury. It’s a great way to strengthen someone with hypermobile wrists! It improves wrist stability and control, strengthens forearm muscles, improves grip control. Typically prescribed in later stages of rehab for a variety of conditions (e.g., wrist sprain/fracture, overuse injuries)
How-To Steps:
1. Hold a weight kettlebell in your hand with your elbow at 90 degrees and the weight in front of you at shoulder height.
2. Make sure your wrist is in a neutral position (in line with your forearm)
3. Hold this position for the prescribed amount of time.
Pro tip: If you don’t have a kettlebell, you can use a jug with a handle i.e. A maple syrup jug
*Never do an exercise that causes you pain*