Forearms · Dumbbell · Beginner

How to do Dumbbell Over Bench One Arm Reverse Wrist Curl

The dumbbell over bench one arm reverse wrist curl targets the forearms, specifically the extensors, and is performed by curling the wrist upwards while the forearm is supported on a bench.

Dumbbell Over Bench One Arm Reverse Wrist Curl demonstration
Primary muscle
Forearms
Also works
Biceps and Brachialis
Equipment
Dumbbell
Level
Beginner
Category
Forearms

How to do Dumbbell Over Bench One Arm Reverse Wrist Curl, step by step

  1. Sit on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and hold a dumbbell in one hand, palm facing down.
  2. Rest your forearm on the bench with your wrist hanging off the edge.
  3. Slowly curl your wrist upwards, bringing the dumbbell towards your forearm.
  4. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbell back down to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch to the other arm.

Muscles worked

Dumbbell Over Bench One Arm Reverse Wrist Curl works your forearms as the main mover, with help from your biceps and brachialis.

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