Forearm Week - Day 4 - Waiter:Farmer Carry -MoveU

Elbow, wrist, forearm pain? Strengthening the wrist can be beneficial!

We make fun of the shaking weight because c’mon guys… really? It’s just silly. Strengthen those wrists, forearms and grip using a functional movement that you will actually apply to your life!

Farmer’s carry, waiter’s carry, and a bottoms up kettlebell carry care great ways to do this. They can also encourage greater stability to the elbow and shoulder. Doing a single arm version can add some additional core stability training. They apply to activities like carrying groceries, carrying beer, lifting your kids up over your head, supporting crowd surfers, etc.

Your time is valuable. Don’t waste it on silly little isolated movements. Grab some heavy weights (yes ladies, you too) and move! Keep the wrist neutral- don’t just let it flop over to support the weight. Use the muscles to keep it in position. Pay attention to the position of your scapula and aim for that forward rotation of the armpit with the overhead work. Doing a farmers walk with heavy weights will be a whole body workout and a much better use of your time.