Forearms · Band · Beginner

How to do Band Wrist Curl

The band wrist curl is an isolation exercise targeting the forearms using a resistance band. It is performed seated, with the forearms resting on the thighs, and involves curling the wrists upward to strengthen the forearm muscles.

Band Wrist Curl demonstration
Primary muscle
Forearms
Also works
Biceps and Triceps
Equipment
Band
Level
Beginner
Category
Forearms

How to do Band Wrist Curl, step by step

  1. Sit on a bench or chair with your feet flat on the ground.
  2. Hold the band with both hands, palms facing up, and rest your forearms on your thighs.
  3. Slowly curl your wrists upward, squeezing your forearms.
  4. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your wrists back down to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Band Wrist Curl works your forearms as the main mover, with help from your biceps and triceps.

Track Band Wrist Curl in SPLYT

Band Wrist Curl is already in SPLYT’s exercise library. Log your sets, reps and weight on iPhone or Apple Watch, with last time’s weights already filled in.

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