Cable Standing Wrist Curl
Build forearm strength with Cable Standing Wrist Curls! Isolate and sculpt your forearms with controlled movements.
The Cable Standing Wrist Curl mainly works the forearms. You'll need: rope attachment or straight bar attachment or cable machine.
Required Equipment
Cable Standing Wrist Curl Muscles Worked
Primary
Inner Forearm (wrist flexors)
Cable Standing Wrist Curl Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Cable Standing Wrist Curl
Attach a straight bar or rope handle to a low pulley cable machine.
Stand facing the cable machine with your feet shoulder-width apart for stability.
Grasp the handle with an underhand grip (palms facing up) and hold it at arm's length in front of your thighs.
Keep your elbows close to your body and stationary throughout the exercise.
Exhale and curl your wrists upward toward your forearms, keeping your hands tight on the handle and moving only your wrists.
Squeeze your wrists at the top of the movement for a moment.
Inhale and slowly lower the handle back to the starting position, resisting the weight as it pulls your wrists to a neutral position.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Adjust the weight and sets according to your fitness level and training goals.
Ensure not to use too much weight, as this can lead to improper form and potential injury. Focus on a full range of motion and smooth, controlled movements for optimal muscle engagement.
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Cable Standing Wrist Curl FAQs
What muscles does the Cable Standing Wrist Curl work?
The Cable Standing Wrist Curl mainly works the forearms. The main muscles are the wrist flexors.
What equipment do you need for the Cable Standing Wrist Curl?
Rope attachment or straight bar attachment or cable machine.
What workout day should the Cable Standing Wrist Curl go on?
It belongs on pull day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Cable Standing Wrist Curl variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Barbell Behind-Back Wrist Curl, Barbell Standing Wrist Curl, Cable Forearm Pronation and Cable Reverse Wrist Curl.
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