The finger extensor stretch targets the muscles on the back of the forearm that extend the fingers and wrist. Tight extensors contribute to tennis elbow and forearm fatigue. The stretch is performed by extending one arm forward and using the other hand to flex the wrist downward while curling the fingers in.
Muscle Group
Forearms
Equipment Required
Bodyweight
Type
Flexibility
Equipment
Band
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Stretches the forearm extensors
- Helps prevent tennis elbow
- Relieves forearm fatigue from gripping work
- Quick and accessible
- No equipment needed
- Useful for climbers, lifters, and computer users
How to perform
- Extend your right arm straight out in front of you at shoulder height. Palm facing down.
- Gently flex your right wrist down so your fingers point toward the floor.
- With your left hand, gently press the back of your right hand toward your body to deepen the stretch.
- Optionally, curl your right fingers into a loose fist to add an extensor stretch.
- Feel the stretch through the back of your right forearm.
- Hold for 20 to 30 seconds. Breathe deeply.
- Switch arms and repeat.
- Perform two to three times per arm.