Forearms · Barbell · Beginner
How to do Barbell Wrist Curl
The barbell wrist curl is an isolation exercise targeting the forearm muscles, particularly the wrist flexors. It is performed seated, with the forearms resting on the thighs and the wrists curling a barbell upward.
How to do Barbell Wrist Curl, step by step
- Sit on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and your forearms resting on your thighs, holding a barbell with an underhand grip.
- Allow the barbell to roll down to your fingertips, keeping your wrists straight.
- Slowly curl the barbell up towards your forearms by flexing your wrists.
- Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the barbell back down to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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