Exercise library
Forearms
Barbell Wrist Curl
- Primary muscle
- Forearms
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Movement pattern
- Carry & conditioning
- Role in a program
- Accessory
How to do it
Rest your forearms on a bench with wrists over the edge and hold a barbell with an underhand grip. Curl the bar upward by flexing your wrists, then lower slowly to a full stretch, letting the bar roll toward your fingers.
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 CurlBarbellCarry & conditioning
- Barbell Reverse 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: