Cable Wrist Curl Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Wrist Flexors
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Forearms
- Primary Muscle
- Wrist Flexors
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 3.5
- Alternate Names
- Cable Wrist Flexion
How to: Cable Wrist Curl
- Attach a handle to the low pulley of the cable machine.
- Stand facing the machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Grip the handle with an underhand grip (palms up) and step back slightly.
- Place your elbow on your knee or use your thigh for support.
- Curl the handle upwards while keeping your wrist straight.
- Squeeze at the top and slowly lower back to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Using too much weight which can compromise form.
- Not controlling the movement on the way down.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with a lighter weight or resistance.
- Use a neutral grip to reduce strain on the wrists.
Tips
- Keep your elbows close to your body during the movement.
- Use a light weight to avoid strain and focus on proper form.
Cable Wrist Curl Alternatives
Tags
forearms
strength
wrist exercise
cable
flexors
beginner