Abstract: An apparatus for exercising. The apparatus comprises a first portion having a predetermined weight. The first portion is grippable by a hand and has a first end and a second end. The apparatus is also comprised of N second essentially rigid portions connected to the first portion such that the N openings are defined by the first portion and the N second portions where N.gtoreq.1. The N openings are each capable of receiving a hand in a manner that essentially does not affect blood pressure or blood circulation through the hand. The first portion is disposed with respect to the front of the hand and the second portion is disposed with respect to the back of the hand. An exerciser uses the apparatus by placing his hand through the opening and gripping the first portion.