Neutral Wrist Roller Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Wrist Flexors
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Forearms
- Primary Muscle
- Wrist Flexors
- Secondary Muscles
- Wrist Extensors, Brachioradialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 3.5
- Alternate Names
- Wrist Roller Exercise, Forearm Roller
How to: Neutral Wrist Roller
- Stand or sit with your forearms resting on a stable surface.
- Hold the wrist roller with both hands, keeping your wrists neutral.
- Slowly roll the weight up and down, working through a full range of motion.
- Maintain control during both the lifting and lowering phases.
Common Mistakes
- Failing to keep elbows close to the body.
- Using excessive speed which decreases effectiveness.
- Not controlling the return roll.
Modifications
- Reduce the weight or use a lighter roller for beginners.
- Perform the exercise seated with back support.
Tips
- Maintain a steady pace while rolling to avoid excessive strain.
- Engage your core to stabilize your body during the movement.
Neutral Wrist Roller Alternatives
Tags
forearms
strength
wrist
flexibility
rehabilitation
isolation