Forearms · Dumbbell · Beginner

How to do Dumbbell Over Bench Reverse Wrist Curl

The dumbbell over bench reverse wrist curl is an isolation exercise targeting the forearms, specifically the wrist extensors. It is performed seated with the forearms resting on a bench and the wrists hanging off the edge, curling the dumbbells upward with the backs of the hands facing up.

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

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

  1. Sit on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and hold a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing down.
  2. Rest your forearms on the bench, allowing your wrists to hang off the edge.
  3. Slowly curl your wrists upward, bringing the dumbbells towards your body.
  4. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbells back down to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

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

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