Wrist Circles – Arms Extended & Hands Together

Learn how to do Wrist Circles – Arms Extended & Hands Together with proper form. Watch the 4K video, see which muscles are worked, and follow step-by-step instructions.

4K
MET 2 Forearms No equipment

Wrist Circles – Arms Extended & Hands Together is a No equipment exercise that primarily targets the Forearms. It has a MET value of 2, meaning a 70kg person burns approximately 70 calories in a 30-minute session..

How to Do Wrist Circles – Arms Extended & Hands Together

A two-part wrist mobility drill that prepares the forearms and wrist joints for upper body movements. Combines active wrist circles with arms extended and a second phase with hands together.


💡 Instructions:


  1. Extend your arms straight in front of you, fists clenched.

  2. Make slow circular movements with your wrists in both directions.

  3. Then bring your hands together (palms pressed like in prayer).

  4. Perform circular motions by rotating your wrists around each other.

  5. Keep your arms and shoulders relaxed throughout.


⚠️ Common mistakes:


  • Moving the shoulders or arms

  • Doing the movements too fast

  • Not controlling the motion

  • Locking the elbows too hard

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Muscles Worked by Wrist Circles – Arms Extended & Hands Together

Primary Forearms

Equipment

  • No equipment

Calories Burned Doing Wrist Circles – Arms Extended & Hands Together

Calorie Calculator

MET 2
Estimated burn
70 calories

Calories = MET × weight (kg) × time (hours)

Quick Facts: Wrist Circles – Arms Extended & Hands Together

Type
No equipment exercise
Primary muscle
Forearms
Secondary muscles
None
MET value
2
Calories (30 min, 70kg)
≈ 70 cal
Video quality
4K with male and female demonstrations

FAQ: Wrist Circles – Arms Extended & Hands Together

What muscles does Wrist Circles – Arms Extended & Hands Together work?

Wrist Circles – Arms Extended & Hands Together primarily targets the Forearms.

How do you do Wrist Circles – Arms Extended & Hands Together correctly?

A two-part wrist mobility drill that prepares the forearms and wrist joints for upper body movements. Combines active wrist circles with arms extended and...

Is Wrist Circles – Arms Extended & Hands Together good for beginners?

Wrist Circles – Arms Extended & Hands Together has a MET value of 2, indicating a low intensity exercise suitable for beginners.

What equipment do you need for Wrist Circles – Arms Extended & Hands Together?

Wrist Circles – Arms Extended & Hands Together requires: No equipment.

What are the benefits of Wrist Circles – Arms Extended & Hands Together?

Wrist Circles – Arms Extended & Hands Together strengthens the Forearms.

What exercises are similar to Wrist Circles – Arms Extended & Hands Together?

Similar exercises to Wrist Circles – Arms Extended & Hands Together include Dumbbell Farmer’s Walk, Dumbbell Seated Wrist Curl, Dumbbell Seated Wrist Extension – Pronated Grip, Seated Dumbbell Finger Curl.

Is Wrist Circles – Arms Extended & Hands Together better than Dumbbell Farmer’s Walk?

Both Wrist Circles – Arms Extended & Hands Together and Dumbbell Farmer’s Walk target the Forearms. Choose based on your available equipment and training goals.

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