One in particular haunts him to this day: He recalls being in a "padded cell" with just a thin exercise mat and a blanket.

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So, you can try using bar handles to neutralize the wrist with a light grip, or try making a light fist and stabilizing the neutral wrist on a soft exercise mat.

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Working out in the afternoon also requires a little less time stretching on the mat because your heart and muscles are more prepared for the stress of exercise than when you're fresh out of bed, Bryant says.

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