Barbell Reverse Wrist Curl

Note: This is just a visual reference — it may vary depending on your setup.

Strength Arms

Arms

Muscle Activation

Forearms · Wrist

80%

Biceps

20%

Equipment

Barbell Bench

Setup / Starting Position

Sit on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and your forearms resting on your thighs, palms facing down and wrists hanging just beyond your knees.
Hold a barbell with an overhand grip (palms facing down), hands shoulder-width apart.

Exercise Position

Curl the barbell upwards towards your forearms, keeping your wrists straight and elbows stable.
Focus on squeezing your forearm muscles at the top of the movement.

Form & Performance

Lower the barbell back down towards the starting position, fully extending your wrists.
Avoid allowing your wrists to bend or curl backward.