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Wrist Curl

An isolation exercise that targets the forearm flexors through controlled wrist flexion, building grip strength and forearm muscle development.

Exercise Overview

Category

General Resistance

Exercise Type

Strength

Difficulty Level

Beginner

Technique

Sit or stand with your forearm supported, holding a dumbbell with your palm facing up. Curl your wrist up and down in a controlled motion, keeping your forearm stationary and focusing on the bottom of your forearm.

Starting Position

Sit or stand with forearm supported, holding dumbbell with palm facing up, wrist ready to perform curls.

Finishing Position

Complete the wrist curl motion, maintaining proper form and control throughout the movement.

Form Cues

Keep forearm stationary, curl with wrist only, control the movement, feel the contraction

Common Mistakes

Moving forearm, using momentum, incomplete range of motion, poor grip

Progression Tips

Increase weight, add tempo changes, try different grips, or perform variations.

Regression Tips

Use lighter weight, focus on form, reduce range of motion, or use resistance bands.

Safety Notes

Maintain proper form to avoid wrist strain. Stop if you experience pain in wrists, forearms, or elbows. Keep your forearm supported throughout the movement.