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Seated Palm-Up Barbell Wrist Curl

Primary
Forearms
Equipment
Barbell
Level
beginner

Seated Palm-Up Barbell Wrist Curl demonstration

Seated Palm-Up Barbell Wrist Curl, starting position
Seated Palm-Up Barbell Wrist Curl, starting position
Seated Palm-Up Barbell Wrist Curl, finishing position
Seated Palm-Up Barbell Wrist Curl, finishing position

How to Perform

  1. 1Hold a barbell with both hands and your palms facing up; hands spaced about shoulder width.
  2. 2Place your feet flat on the floor, at a distance that is slightly wider than shoulder width apart.
  3. 3Lean forward and place your forearms on top of your upper thighs with your palms up. Tip: Make sure that the front of the wrists lay on top of your knees. This will be your starting position.
  4. 4Lower the bar as far as possible while inhaling and keeping a tight grip.
  5. 5Now curl bar up as high as possible while flexing the forearms and exhaling. Hold the contraction at the top for a second and Tip: Only the wrist should move.

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 Palm-Up Barbell Wrist Curl work?

Seated Palm-Up Barbell Wrist Curl primarily targets the Forearms.

What equipment do I need for Seated Palm-Up Barbell Wrist Curl?

Seated Palm-Up Barbell Wrist Curl requires Barbell.

Is Seated Palm-Up Barbell Wrist Curl suitable for beginners?

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

Alternatives to Seated Palm-Up Barbell Wrist Curl

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