Exercise library
Forearms
Cable Reverse Curl
- Primary muscle
- Forearms
- Also works
- Biceps
- Equipment
- Cable
- Movement pattern
- Carry & conditioning
- Role in a program
- Accessory
How to do it
Attach a straight bar to a low pulley and grip it with an overhand grip and arms extended. Curl the bar toward your shoulders while keeping your elbows pinned, then lower under control against the cable.
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
- Barbell Wrist CurlBarbellCarry & 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: