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Seated Dumbbell Palms-Up Wrist Curl

Primary
Forearms
Equipment
Dumbbell
Level
beginner

Seated Dumbbell Palms-Up Wrist Curl demonstration

Seated Dumbbell Palms-Up Wrist Curl, starting position
Seated Dumbbell Palms-Up Wrist Curl, starting position
Seated Dumbbell Palms-Up Wrist Curl, finishing position
Seated Dumbbell Palms-Up Wrist Curl, finishing position

How to Perform

  1. 1Start out by placing two dumbbells on the floor in front of a flat bench.
  2. 2Sit down on the edge of the flat bench with your legs at about shoulder width apart. Make sure to keep your feet on the floor.
  3. 3Use your arms to grab both of the dumbbells and bring them up so that your forearms are resting against your thighs with the palms of the hands facing up. Your wrists should be hanging over the edge of your thighs.
  4. 4Start out by curling your wrist upwards and exhaling.
  5. 5Slowly lower your wrists back down to the starting position while inhaling. Make sure to inhale during this part of the exercise. Tip: Your forearms should be stationary as your wrist is the only movement needed to perform this exercise.
  6. 6Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
  7. 7When finished, simply lower the dumbbells to the floor.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Seated Dumbbell Palms-Up Wrist Curl work?

Seated Dumbbell Palms-Up Wrist Curl primarily targets the Forearms.

What equipment do I need for Seated Dumbbell Palms-Up Wrist Curl?

Seated Dumbbell Palms-Up Wrist Curl requires Dumbbell.

Is Seated Dumbbell Palms-Up Wrist Curl suitable for beginners?

Yes, Seated Dumbbell Palms-Up Wrist Curl is suitable for beginners. It's classified as a beginner-level exercise.

Alternatives to Seated Dumbbell Palms-Up Wrist Curl

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