Barbell Reverse Wrist Curl Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Wrist Extensors
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Forearms
- Primary Muscle
- Wrist Extensors
- Secondary Muscles
- Forearm Flexors
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Reverse Wrist Curl
How to: Barbell Reverse Wrist Curl
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell with an overhand grip.
- Rest your forearms on a bench or your thighs, allowing your wrists to extend off the edge.
- Keeping your elbows steady, curl the barbell upwards using only your wrists.
- Pause briefly at the top before slowly lowering the weight back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using too much weight, which compromises form.
- Not keeping the elbows stationary.
- Overextending the wrists.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with lighter weights to build strength gradually.
- Use a wrist brace if necessary for stability.
Tips
- Keep your elbows close to your body to avoid shoulder strain.
- Lift with control to minimize the risk of injury.
- Use a lighter weight if you're just starting to ensure proper form.
Barbell Reverse Wrist Curl Alternatives
Tags
forearms
strength
wrist extensors
barbell
rehabilitation
weightlifting