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Cable Wrist Curl

Primary
Forearms
Equipment
Cable
Level
beginner

Cable Wrist Curl demonstration

Cable Wrist Curl, starting position
Cable Wrist Curl, starting position
Cable Wrist Curl, finishing position
Cable Wrist Curl, finishing position

How to Perform

  1. 1Start out by placing a flat bench in front of a low pulley cable that has a straight bar attachment.
  2. 2Use your arms to grab the cable bar with a narrow to shoulder width supinated grip (palms up) and bring them up so that your forearms are resting against the top of your thighs. Your wrists should be hanging just beyond your knees.
  3. 3Start out by curling your wrist upwards and exhaling. Keep the contraction for a second.
  4. 4Slowly lower your wrists back down to the starting position while inhaling.
  5. 5Your forearms should be stationary as your wrist is the only movement needed to perform this exercise.
  6. 6Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Video Tutorial

Tips & Common Mistakes

  • •Focus on controlled movements rather than speed or momentum
  • •Maintain proper breathing - exhale during the exertion phase
  • •Start with lighter weight to master the form before progressing
  • •This is a great exercise for beginners - focus on form over reps

Muscles Worked

Front
Back
Forearms

Exercise Details

Category
Strength
Force
pull
Mechanic
isolation
Level
beginner

Exercise Variations

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Cable Wrist Curl work?

Cable Wrist Curl primarily targets the Forearms.

What equipment do I need for Cable Wrist Curl?

Cable Wrist Curl requires Cable.

Is Cable Wrist Curl suitable for beginners?

Yes, Cable Wrist Curl is suitable for beginners. It's classified as a beginner-level exercise.

Alternatives to Cable Wrist Curl

Substitute any of these when the equipment is taken or unavailable. They train the same primary muscles.

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