Barbell Standing Back Wrist Curl Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Wrist Flexors
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Forearms
- Primary Muscle
- Wrist Flexors
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Brachioradialis, Biceps Brachii
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Standing Back Wrist Curl
How to: Barbell Standing Back Wrist Curl
- Stand upright with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell with a pronated grip.
- Allow the barbell to hang at arm's length in front of your thighs.
- While keeping your upper arms stationary, curl the barbell up towards your chest by flexing your wrists.
- Pause at the top of the movement, then slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Using too much momentum to lift the weight.
- Failing to fully extend the wrists at the bottom of the movement.
- Not keeping the elbows stable and tucked in.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights or perform the exercise without weights.
- Perform the exercise seated to reduce strain on the lower body.
Tips
- Maintain a neutral wrist position throughout the movement.
- Avoid using excessively heavy weights to prevent strain.
- Keep your elbows tucked into your sides during the curl.
Barbell Standing Back Wrist Curl Alternatives
Tags
forearms
wrist strength
flexors
strength training
barbell
isolation