Dumbbell Standing Wrist Curl Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Wrist Flexors
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Forearms
- Primary Muscle
- Wrist Flexors
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Wrist Curl with Dumbbell
How to: Dumbbell Standing Wrist Curl
- Stand up straight holding a dumbbell in one hand.
- Rest your forearm on your thigh with your wrist hanging just over the edge.
- Curl the dumbbell upwards by flexing your wrist.
- Lower the dumbbell back to the starting position slowly.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Bending the wrists too much during the curl.
- Using too much weight which can lead to improper form.
- Not fully extending the wrists at the bottom of the curl.
Modifications
- Use a lighter dumbbell to reduce strain.
- Perform the exercise seated for better stability.
Tips
- Keep your wrists straight throughout the movement.
- Focus on slow and controlled movements to maximize muscle engagement.
- Do not use heavy weights to avoid straining your wrists.
Dumbbell Standing Wrist Curl Alternatives
Tags
forearms
wrist curl
strength training
dumbbell exercise
flexor muscles
beginner