Dumbbell Over Bench One Arm Wrist Curl Exercise Guide

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Exercise Profile

Target
Wrist Extensors
Equipment
Dumbbell
Body Part
Forearms
Primary Muscle
Wrist Extensors
Secondary Muscles
Brachioradialis
Intensity
medium
Category
strength
Skill Level
intermediate
Estimated Calories
4
Alternate Names
One Arm Wrist Curl Over Bench

Visualised Target Muscle Groups

Front

Body muscles front

Back

Body muscles back

How to: Dumbbell Over Bench One Arm Wrist Curl

  1. Start by sitting on a bench with your forearm resting on the bench, with your wrist hanging off the edge holding a dumbbell.
  2. With your palm facing up, slowly curl the dumbbell up towards your forearm, engaging your wrist and forearm muscles.
  3. Pause briefly at the top of the movement, then slowly lower the dumbbell back to the starting position.
  4. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching arms.

Common Mistakes

  • Using too heavy weights that compromise form.
  • Allowing the wrist to flex or extend excessively.
  • Rushing through the movement instead of controlling it.

Modifications

  • Perform the exercise seated for better stability.
  • Use a resistance band instead of a dumbbell for lower resistance.

Tips

  • Keep your wrist straight throughout the movement.
  • Use a light weight to master the form before increasing resistance.
  • Engage your core to maintain stability while performing the curl.

Tags

forearms
wrist
strength
dumbbell
isolation
intermediate

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