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Reverse curl — Barbell

Target musclesForearm extensors · Forearm flexors · Biceps long head

Reverse curl — Barbell
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.
02 · Execution

Perform the rep

  1. Lift while keeping your elbows fixed.
  2. Contract at the top without raising your shoulders.
  3. 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.

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Same muscle group

Other exercises for forearms.

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Reverse curl — EZ bar

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Reverse wrist curl — Barbell

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Reverse wrist curl — Dumbbells

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