Exercise library
Forearms
Dumbbell Reverse Curl
- Primary muscle
- Forearms
- Also works
- Biceps
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Movement pattern
- Carry & conditioning
- Role in a program
- Accessory
How to do it
Stand holding a dumbbell in each hand with palms facing back and arms extended. Curl the dumbbells toward your shoulders keeping your wrists neutral and elbows fixed, then lower slowly.
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.
- Dumbbell Reverse Wrist CurlDumbbellCarry & conditioning
- Dumbbell Wrist CurlDumbbellCarry & conditioning
- Dumbbell Wrist Pronation-SupinationDumbbellCarry & conditioning
- Barbell Reverse CurlBarbellCarry & conditioning
- Barbell Reverse Wrist CurlBarbellCarry & conditioning
- Barbell Wrist CurlBarbellCarry & conditioning
No-equipment alternatives
Training at home or on the road — bodyweight options for the forearms: