Stretch of forearms or test of Phalen

BeginnerUpdated 27/02/2026

Position

Stretch of forearms or test of Phalen

Starting position

4

How to perform it

Move slowly until you feel moderate, localized tension rather than sharp pain. Hold without bouncing and come out of the stretch gradually. Repeat the movement calmly, prioritizing control over range.

Muscles worked

forearms

Tips

Aim for tolerable tension rather than pain. Keep breathing normally, avoid bouncing and increase range gradually; the exercise mainly targets forearms.

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