The Xtensor Gamer Hand Exerciser could be a useful fitness tool for puppeteers.

Puppetry is a very physical art form that often requires a fair bit of flexibility, strength and muscle endurance. A lot of A lot of puppeteers – amateurs and professionals alike – often ask questions about good strengthening exercises because it’s very difficult to find a good way to properly exercise the muscles and tendons in your hands, wrists and elbows.

I think the Xtensor Gamer Hand Exerciser could be a great solution to this problem. It’s designed with gamers in mind, but the muscles used to operate a game controller are often the same as the ones used to manipulate a puppet. It’s available from Think Geek (click the link above) for $39.99 US.

Special thanks to Brian for the heads-up about this!