A standing version of the reverse wrist curl using a barbell.
- +Targets forearm extensors
- +Enhances grip strength
- +Can be done standing for variation
- –Can cause wrist strain if overdone
- –Challenging to maintain proper form
- –Requires careful control of the barbell
This exercise targets:
–
Forearms
Ratios are approximate and can vary depending on form and technique.
How to perform
- Stand tall, feet hip-width, core braced, shoulders down and back
- Hold a barbell in front of your thighs with an overhand (palms-down) grip, hands shoulder-width
- Keep elbows close to your sides with a slight bend; forearms still throughout
- Curl only your wrists up, lifting knuckles toward your forearms
- Lower slowly past neutral, letting the wrists flex for a full stretch
- Use light weight and controlled tempo; no swinging or shrugging
- Breathe out as you lift, breathe in as you lower