Description
Overhand elbow flexion to strengthen the forearms and brachioradialis.
01 · Setup
Set up the movement
- Keep your elbows near your torso and shoulders down.
- Use neutral wrists and a firm grip.
- Keep your torso stable without momentum.
- Choose a grip width that keeps your wrists comfortable.
02 · Execution
Perform the rep
- Lift while keeping your elbows fixed.
- Contract at the top without raising your shoulders.
- Lower slowly until your elbows reach the stretched position.
Technique cue
Fixed elbows and aligned wrists.
Common mistakes- swinging the torso
- moving the elbows forward
- bending the wrists out of alignment
- letting the load drop on the way down
Safety notes
Risks of poor execution
- Poor alignment can overload the wrists and elbows.