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Dumbbell Wrist Curl demonstration

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Strength / Dumbbell

Dumbbell Wrist Curl

A dumbbell wrist curl that isolates the forearm flexors and trains both arms independently.

Equipment

Dumbbell

Experience

beginner

Movement

isolation

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Brachioradialis

Instructions

  1. 01

    Sit on a bench with the forearm resting on the thigh, palm up.

  2. 02

    Hold a dumbbell with the wrist hanging off the knee.

  3. 03

    Let the dumbbell roll down to the fingertips.

  4. 04

    Curl the dumbbell up by flexing the wrist.

  5. 05

    Lower under control. Complete reps per side.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.