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Reverse Wrist Curl.

Isolation exercise strengthening the forearm extensors for grip and wrist stability.

BeginnerBarbell
Reverse Wrist Curl
The numbers
Sets
3–4
Reps
10–15
Rest
45–75
Muscles
Primary
Forearm extensors
The play-by-play

How to do it.

  1. Step 01

    Sit on a bench and rest your forearms on your thighs, palms facing down.

  2. Step 02

    Hold a barbell or dumbbell with an overhand grip, wrists hanging off your knees.

  3. Step 03

    Allow the weight to roll down to your fingertips.

  4. Step 04

    Slowly extend your wrists upwards, lifting the weight as high as possible.

  5. Step 05

    Squeeze your forearm extensors at the top of the movement.

  6. Step 06

    Lower the weight back down with control, feeling a stretch.

What separates good from great

Pro cues.

  • Use light weights to prevent wrist strain.

  • Focus on a full range of motion and a strong contraction.

  • Avoid using momentum; keep the movement isolated to the wrists.