Numb Hands Killing Your Push-Ups? The Strength Training Fix You Need!

John asked: "How can I stop my hands from becoming numb when doing push-ups?"

Yo John,

So, you're telling me your hands are playing hide-and-seek during push-ups? Man, that's wild! But worry not, my push-up pal, we've got some strength training tricks up our sleeves – or should I say in our hands – to fix that numbness.


First things first, CHANGE YOUR HAND POSITION, bro! It's like trying to find the right angle for that perfect selfie. Mix it up, make fists, and rest your weight on the flat top part. It's all about keeping those wrists straight, like you're in a wristy wonderland!¹

And no, we're not playing Twister here.

And if that numbness is sticking around like a bad houseguest, SHAKE IT OFF. Literally! Give your hands a good shake, like you're a rockstar on stage. Apparently, it's like a mini rave for your hands and can help with nerve compression, AKA the carpal tunnel party crasher!¹ 🕺

Now, let's talk about WARMING UP. Forget the morning coffee; run your hands under warm water for a couple of minutes. It's like a spa day for your hands, increasing blood flow and saying, "Hey, hands, we care about you!"¹ You might even throw in some cucumber slices if you're feeling fancy.

But, bro, if the numbness is being a stubborn little devil, TAKE A BREAK. Rest, chill, and avoid anything that makes your hands go,

"Oh no, not again!"³

You're not a robot; you're human, treat yourself like a VIP – Very Important Pusher!

And if all else fails, SEE A DOCTOR. Seriously, don't mess around with your mitts. If they're feeling funky more often than not, it could be a sign of something deeper. No shame in asking the experts for help.¹

Remember, form is king, and your hands are like the VIPs at a concert. Treat them right, and they'll be cheering you on like a hype crowd! 🎉

Hope this helps, buddy! If it does, hit me up with an upvote, comment your thoughts, and spread the wisdom. We're all in this push-up party together!

May your hands be nimble and your push-ups legendary!

Faithfully yours,

Strength Training with Gary

https://www.fit40strong.com

P.S. Just like Noah built the ark before the flood, build that hand knowledge before your push-up storms, my friend. Cheers to stronger hands and epic push-ups! 🚀

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