Game version
Skate-or-run follow-the-leader: one person leads a movement and the group copies. Swap the leader each time.
Towel Wring Wrists
Wring a towel both ways to build the strong wrists and forearms a quick release needs.
By Coach Evan Waechtler Youth coach (U11, Cache Valley, Utah) and founder of SSTracker Updated October 30, 2026
Set up
Hold a rolled towel with both hands in front of you.
Core: As written. Aim for smooth form and compare only with your own last time.
- Ages
- 7 and up
- Time
- 8 min
- Players
- Just you
- Space
- Small room
- Bring
- Small towel
- Level · skill
- Beginner · Shooting
The steps
How it works
- Hold a rolled towel with both hands in front of you.
- Wring it as if squeezing out water, one way, for 10 seconds.
- Wring it the other way.
- Do 6 rounds.
Coaching point
Squeeze and twist, both ways.
Safety: Twist gently; stop if your wrist or elbow hurts.
Make it fun
Play it, don't drill it
Challenge
Pick a level: Less (slower or smaller), Core (as written), More (one extra twist). Aim for smooth form and compare only with your own last time.
Story
You are an explorer crossing the ice like a frozen lake.
My best
Beat your own count
Aim for smooth form and compare only with your own last time. Only your own number counts: today against last time.
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