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Standing Barbell Reverse Wrist Curl

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Muscles worked

High load
Forearms · Extensors

Primary muscles

How to do it

Stand with a light barbell in front of your thighs, palms facing your body. Keep your arms still as you let your wrists flex slightly, then extend them to lift the bar through the available range.

Form cues

  • Keep your elbows near your sides.
  • Use a small, controlled wrist motion.

Safety

Talk to a professional before this exercise if you have any of the following:

WristElbowShoulderLower back

This is general exercise reference, not medical advice. Stop and consult a qualified professional if an exercise causes pain, and never work through joint pain.