04/08/2026
If your wrist hurts on the top during handstands, blocking on vault, handsprings on beam, this is usually an extension tolerance issue, not just “tightness”.
This drill helps open the joint while you load it with a lean and some weight bearing pressure. �
The ability to extend plus add weightbearing is a common development for gymnasts particularly after a wrist injury or sometimes just develops over time.
Keep the exercises slow, Work in and out of stiff, but not through sharp pain.
2 sets of 10–15 rocks before handstand based work can make a big difference.
If it feels better after, keep these going for a few weeks and consider building up a bit more strength and control in the end ranges.
Save this post for your gymnast who may need this down the road.
Hurt Less. Get Hurt Less.
