Kettlebell Single-Arm Reverse Curl
Build serious bicep strength and forearm definition with the Kettlebell Single-Arm Reverse Curl. A powerful twist on a classic!
The Kettlebell Single-Arm Reverse Curl mainly works the biceps and forearms, with help from the shoulders and core. You'll need: kettlebells.
Required Equipment
Kettlebell Single-Arm Reverse Curl Muscles Worked
Primary
Biceps (biceps brachii); Forearm Flexor (brachioradialis)
Secondary
Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid); Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
Kettlebell Single-Arm Reverse Curl Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Kettlebell Single-Arm Reverse Curl
Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart and a slight bend in the knees for stability.
Hold a kettlebell in each hand with an overhand grip (palms facing down) and arms fully extended towards the floor.
Keep your elbows stationary and close to your torso throughout the movement.
Exhale and curl the kettlebells up towards your shoulders by contracting your biceps. Ensure that only your forearms are moving, keeping the rest of your body still.
Pause briefly at the top of the curl with the forearms fully contracted.
Inhale and slowly lower the kettlebells back to the starting position in a controlled manner.
Repeat the exercise for the desired number of repetitions and sets.
Remember to maintain proper form throughout the exercise to prevent injury and maximize effectiveness. It's also important to choose a kettlebell weight that allows you to perform the exercise with good technique.
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Kettlebell Single-Arm Reverse Curl FAQs
What muscles does the Kettlebell Single-Arm Reverse Curl work?
The Kettlebell Single-Arm Reverse Curl mainly works the biceps and forearms, with help from the shoulders and core. The main muscles are the biceps brachii and brachioradialis.
What equipment do you need for the Kettlebell Single-Arm Reverse Curl?
Kettlebells.
What workout day should the Kettlebell Single-Arm Reverse Curl go on?
It belongs on pull day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Kettlebell Single-Arm Reverse Curl variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Bottle-Weight Reverse Curl, Dumbbell Reverse-Grip Bicep Curl, Kettlebell Single-Arm Curl and Kettlebell Curl.
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