Originally Posted by: jiujitsu_jesusWhatever feels most comfortable. There are lots of guitar instructors out there who insist that you must only use your arm, but there are plenty of great players who pivot from the wrist.

I've never met a guitarist or instructor who EVER said it was good technique to use your arm. It's a huge waste of energy, and not nearly as efficient as the wrist. Plus it's terrible for your forearm and elbow.