Dumbbell Wrist Extension
Strengthen your wrists with Dumbbell Wrist Extensions! Improve grip & forearm strength for everyday tasks & sports.
The Dumbbell Wrist Extension mainly works the forearms. You'll need: chair or dumbbells.

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Dumbbell Wrist Extension Muscles Worked
Primary
Top Forearm (wrist extensors)
Secondary
Forearm Flexor (brachioradialis)
Dumbbell Wrist Extension Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Dumbbell Wrist Extension
Sit on a bench or chair, or stand upright. If sitting, rest your forearm on your thigh or a table, with your hand off the edge. If standing, you may lower your arm by your side if using weight.
Hold a dumbbell in your hand or simply use your hand's weight. You can also do the exercise without any weight, relying on gravity.
Start with your palm facing down, and your wrist extended so your hand is pointing toward the floor.
Flex your wrist by moving just your hand upward as far as you can comfortably go; your forearm should remain still.
Hold the top position for a brief moment.
Slowly lower your hand back to the starting position.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, typically around 10-15 reps for 2-3 sets.
Ensure to do the exercise with both hands.
When performing this exercise, it's important to move only the wrists and keep the rest of your arm stable to isolate the forearm extensor muscles effectively. This exercise can help strengthen the muscles responsible for wrist extension, which is important for a variety of tasks and sports that involve grip strength.
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Dumbbell Wrist Extension FAQs
What muscles does the Dumbbell Wrist Extension work?
The Dumbbell Wrist Extension mainly works the forearms. The main muscles are the wrist extensors.
What equipment do you need for the Dumbbell Wrist Extension?
Chair or dumbbells.
What workout day should the Dumbbell Wrist Extension go on?
It belongs on pull day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Dumbbell Wrist Extension variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Bodyweight Wrist Radial Deviation with Supported Elbow, Dumbbell Standing Wrist Torsion, Elbow & Forearm Supination Pronation Extension and Resistance-Band Finger Extension.
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