Barbell Reverse Wrist Curl
Expert Advice
Focus on isolating the forearm muscles by keeping the rest of your arm still; use a light weight to avoid overstraining the wrists.
How-to-do Steps
- Sit on a bench with your forearms resting on your thighs or a flat surface, palms facing down.
- Hold a barbell with an overhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart.
- Lower the barbell by extending your wrists towards the floor.
- Curl the barbell upwards by flexing your wrists.
- Hold the contraction at the top for a moment, then slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Barbell Reverse Wrist Curl primarily targets the Forearms, with Strength mechanics using Barbell. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Forearms100%
Equipment
Barbell
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Barbell Reverse Wrist Curl work?
Barbell Reverse Wrist Curl primarily targets the Forearms. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Barbell.
How many sets and reps should I do for Barbell Reverse Wrist Curl?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Barbell Reverse Wrist Curl suitable for beginners?
Barbell Reverse Wrist Curl is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
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