Barbell Wrist Curl Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Wrist Flexors
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Forearms
- Primary Muscle
- Wrist Flexors
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachioradialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 3.5
- Alternate Names
- Wrist Flexor Curl, Barbell Wrist Flexion
How to: Barbell Wrist Curl
- Sit on a bench with your forearms resting on your thighs or a flat surface.
- Grip the barbell with both hands and let it roll to your fingers.
- Curl the barbell upward by flexing your wrists and contracting your forearm muscles.
- Lower the barbell back to the starting position with control.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Lifting too heavy, which can lead to injury.
- Allowing the forearms to move instead of isolating the wrist flexors.
Modifications
- Use a lighter barbell or perform the exercise with a dumbbell to reduce strain.
- Perform seated to avoid excessive strain on the back.
Tips
- Keep your forearms resting on a bench or your thighs for support.
- Make sure to use a manageable weight to maintain control throughout the movement.
Barbell Wrist Curl Alternatives
Tags
forearms
strength
wrist
flexors
barbell
beginner