Finger lifts, illustrated in 3 steps
Sit or stand tall. Rest your working hand palm down on a flat surface.

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Finger lifts

A simple move for your hands and fingers, done sitting down or standing up. About 30 seconds each side.

Position
Seated, Standing
Equipment
None
Time
About 30 seconds each side
Works
hands and fingers

Free Included in the free version of Desk Gym.

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How to do finger lifts

  1. Set

    Sit or stand tall. Rest your working hand palm down on a flat surface.

  2. 1

    Lift your index finger a little.

  3. 2

    Lower your index finger gently.

  4. 3

    Lift your middle finger a little.

  5. 4

    Lower your middle finger gently.

  6. 5

    Lift and lower your ring finger, little finger, and thumb one at a time.

  7. 6

    Rest all your fingers on the surface.

  8. Switch sides and repeat.

Take care. Move only within a comfortable, pain-free range. Do not force the movement.

Gentle movement guidance, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts.

Illustration drawn for Desk Gym.