Cable Standing Reverse Wrist Curl
Strengthen your forearms with Cable Standing Reverse Wrist Curls! Build grip strength and definition with this effective exercise.
The Cable Standing Reverse Wrist Curl mainly works the forearms. You'll need: straight bar attachment or cable machine.
Required Equipment
Cable Standing Reverse Wrist Curl Muscles Worked
Primary
Top Forearm (wrist extensors)
Cable Standing Reverse Wrist Curl Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Cable Standing Reverse Wrist Curl
Stand upright facing the cable machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Select an appropriate weight on the cable machine and attach a straight bar to the low pulley.
Grasp the bar with an overhand grip (palms facing down) with your hands about shoulder-width apart.
Step back slightly to ensure the weight is lifted off the stack, and there's tension in the cable. Keep your elbows close to your body and maintain a slight bend.
Keeping your upper arms stationary, exhale and curl your wrists upwards by contracting your forearm muscles.
Hold the contraction for a moment at the top of the movement.
Inhale and slowly lower the bar back to the starting position, feeling a full stretch in the wrist extensors.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions and sets.
Ensure that you perform the movement with control, focusing on isolating the wrist extensors. Avoid using your body weight to lift the weight; the movement should come solely from your wrists. Adjust the weight to match your fitness level, starting with lighter weights if you are new to this exercise.
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Cable Standing Reverse Wrist Curl FAQs
What muscles does the Cable Standing Reverse Wrist Curl work?
The Cable Standing Reverse Wrist Curl mainly works the forearms. The main muscles are the wrist extensors.
What equipment do you need for the Cable Standing Reverse Wrist Curl?
Straight bar attachment or cable machine.
What workout day should the Cable Standing Reverse Wrist Curl go on?
It belongs on pull day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Cable Standing Reverse Wrist Curl variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Band Reverse Wrist Curl, Barbell Behind-Back Wrist Curl, Barbell Standing Reverse Wrist Curl and Barbell Reverse Wrist Curl.
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