Weighted Seated Neutral Wrist Curl Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Wrist Flexors
- Equipment
- Weighted
- Body Part
- Forearms
- Primary Muscle
- Wrist Flexors
- Secondary Muscles
- Wrist Extensors, Brachioradialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 3.5
- Alternate Names
- Seated Wrist Curl
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Weighted Seated Neutral Wrist Curl
- Sit on a bench or chair with your feet flat on the ground.
- Hold a weighted object with both hands, arms resting on your thighs, palms facing up.
- Slowly curl your wrists upwards, lifting the weight while keeping your forearms stationary.
- Pause for a moment at the top of the movement, then slowly lower the weight back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing the wrists to bend excessively.
- Using too heavy weights that compromise form.
- Not fully extending or curling wrist muscles.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with a lighter weight or no weight to focus on movement.
- Use a resistance band if impact on the wrist is a concern.
Tips
- Keep your wrists straight during the movement to avoid strain.
- Start with lighter weights to focus on form before increasing the weight.
- Ensure to control the movement and avoid swinging the weights.
Weighted Seated Neutral Wrist Curl Alternatives
Tags
forearms
wrist strength
strength training
beginner
isolation exercise
resistance training
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