Description

The dumbbell reverse wrist curl is an exercise that targets the forearm muscles, specifically the wrist extensors.

Starting Position

Sit on a bench with your feet flat on the floor. Hold a dumbbell in each hand with an overhand grip and let your arms hang down by your sides.

Technical Execution

Keeping your elbows close to your body, curl the dumbbells towards you by flexing your wrists. Lower the weights back down in a controlled manner.

Range of Motion

Ensure a full range of motion by lowering the dumbbells as far as comfortably possible and curling them upwards until your wrists are fully extended.

Variations

Variations include using a barbell instead of dumbbells or performing the exercise on a wrist curl machine.

Common Mistakes

Common mistakes include using too much weight, jerking the weights up, or not maintaining proper wrist alignment.

Practical Advice

To perform this exercise effectively, focus on controlled movements and maintaining a neutral wrist position throughout.

Additional Notes

This exercise can help improve grip strength and forearm stability.

Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Equipment Needed

Dumbbell

Primary Muscles

forearms

Secondary Muscles

biceps