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Band Reverse Wrist Curl

The band reverse wrist curl is a band exercise that targets the forearms, with the forearms assisting.

Animated demonstration of the band reverse wrist curl
Band Reverse Wrist Curl — demonstration
Target muscle
Forearms
Also works
Forearms
Equipment
Band
Body part
Lower arms

How to do the band reverse wrist curl

  1. Sit on a bench or chair with your feet flat on the ground.
  2. Hold the band with an overhand grip, palms facing down, and wrap it around your fingers.
  3. Rest your forearms on your thighs, with your wrists hanging off the edge.
  4. Slowly curl your wrists upward, squeezing your forearms.
  5. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your wrists back down to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Sets and reps

Start with 3 sets of 10–15 reps, resting 45–60 seconds. When every set feels easy, add reps, slow the lowering phase or move to a harder variation.

Muscles worked

The main muscle is the forearms. The forearms work as secondary muscles. See all forearm exercises or every resistance band exercise.

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