Here’s how to use wrist weights so you really feel the burn.
After all, that’s how you get those #gains right?
Here’s what experts say.
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Wrist weights don’t require grip strength.
One particular benefit is that wrist weights don’t requiregrip strength.
“But I can put on a wrist weight and I can get my workout in.”
Wrist weights are more portable than dumbbells.
Unlike dumbbells, wrist weights are extremely portable and easy to pack in a carry-on, points out Thomas.
Wrist weights are an easy way to amplify your walks.
Wrist weights are great for improving muscular endurance.
Finally, know that lighter doesn’t necessarily mean easier.
Fasten wrist weights securely.
Since wrist weights are attached to your body, it’s crucial that you fasten them securely.
Use a wrist weight that fits snuggly and doesn’t slip.
While wrist weights usually come in one size, fit is still important, notes Thomas.
Avoid using wrist weights if you have elbow pain or an upper-body injury.
5 Upper-Body Exercises with Wrist Weights
Ready to add wrist weights to your workout?
Keep shoulders relaxed and away from ears.
This is the starting position.
B.Squeeze shoulder blades together and engage lats while extending arms out to sides.
C.Pause, then draw arms back in front of chest until fingertips touch.
This is the starting position.
B.Draw ribcage down and engage core.
Extend arms above head, palms facing down.
B.Slowly rotate hips, spine, neck, and head to the right.
C.Raise both arms back overhead while rotating back to center, engaging hips and obliques throughout.
Over/Unders
A.Stand with feet hip-width apart, toes pointing forward, and arms at sides.
Raise arms straight out to sides to shoulder height, with palms facing up.
B.Lift shoulders and rotate palms and arms as far as possible toward the front of the room.
C.Squeeze shoulder blades together, lift shoulders, and slowly rotate palms and arms back to the front.
B.Bend knees to lower into a squat while simultaneously extending arms out to sides and up to shoulder height.
C.Straighten legs to return to standing while simultaneously pulling elbows into waist, palms facing up.
Focus on squeezing elbows in and toward back of waist while angling forearms slightly forward.
