Exercise library
Forearms
Barbell Reverse Curl
- Primary muscle
- Forearms
- Also works
- Biceps
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Movement pattern
- Carry & conditioning
- Role in a program
- Accessory
How to do it
Stand holding a barbell with an overhand shoulder-width grip and arms extended. Curl the bar toward your shoulders while keeping your wrists straight and elbows pinned, then lower under control.
Video demo coming soon.
Similar & swap-friendly exercises
Missing the equipment, or does this one aggravate something today? These also train the forearms — pick a substitute that feels strong and pain-free. For an actual injury, get it assessed by a professional.
- Barbell Reverse Wrist CurlBarbellCarry & conditioning
- Barbell Wrist CurlBarbellCarry & conditioning
- Cable Reverse CurlCableCarry & conditioning
- Dead HangBodyweightCarry & conditioning
- Dumbbell Reverse CurlDumbbellCarry & conditioning
- Dumbbell Reverse Wrist CurlDumbbellCarry & conditioning
No-equipment alternatives
Training at home or on the road — bodyweight options for the forearms: