Forearms · Standard

Wrist roller — Standard

Target musclesForearm flexors · Forearm extensors

Wrist roller — Standard
Description

Controlled winding to intensely target the forearm flexors and extensors.

01 · Setup

Set up the movement

  • Keep your arms in front of you, shoulders down and trunk braced.
  • Align your wrists in a neutral position.
  • Keep your elbows stable throughout the set.
02 · Execution

Perform the rep

  1. Wind slowly using controlled wrist movements.
  2. Contract at the top of the winding movement.
  3. Unwind under control into the stretch.
Technique cue

Controlled wrist movement without cheating with your shoulders.

Common mistakes
  • swinging the arms
  • bending the wrists out of alignment
  • moving too quickly
  • shortening the range
Safety notes

Risks of poor execution

  • Using too much weight without control can overload the wrist tendons.

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