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Stress Ball Sustained Hold
Squeeze stress ball and hold for extended time. Builds grip endurance rather than maximum strength.
Stop if
Choose an easier exercise if pain reaches 6 out of 10 or becomes sharp. Stop and rest if pain reaches 8 out of 10.
This is the general ClapMove rule. This exercise has no extra stop rule of its own.
- Pain 6 out of 10 or more: choose an easier exercise.
- Pain 8 out of 10 or more: stop and rest.
Equipment needed
- Works at home
- Works at the gym
Home Options
- small ball
No equipment? Try: Tennis ball, Firm sponge
Dosage
4
Sets
0
Reps / Time
30 sec
Rest
20-30 second holds
Tempo
Step-by-Step Guide
Set up
- Hold stress ball in center of palm
- Wrap all fingers around
- Prepare to hold squeeze
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Step 1 of 5
Squeeze to about 70% effort
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Step 2 of 5
Hold continuously for 15-30 seconds
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Step 3 of 5
Keep wrist neutral
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Step 4 of 5
Release completely
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Step 5 of 5
Rest 30 seconds and repeat
Breathing
- Breathe continuously during hold
- Don't hold breath
Form Cues
- Sustained moderate effort
- Don't squeeze maximum
- Breathe through the hold
- Complete release between sets
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Holding breath
- Squeezing too hard to maintain
- Bending wrist
- Not fully releasing
Safety Information
Avoid with trigger finger. Stop if finger joint pain.
Progressions
Longer holds (45-60 sec), firmer ball
Regressions
Shorter holds (10-15 sec), softer ball
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