Learning how to do wrist curls can strengthen your forearm muscles. Wrist curls improve your endurance, grip and can also help prevent carpal tunnel syndrome. There are several variations that can be used when doing wrist curls. The key is finding the one that works best for you. We will go more in-depth on a few of the variations in this article so that you can try each of them.http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/jmace11.htm
How to Do Wrist Curls
In this featured video, Mike shows you how to do wrist curls. These can be done in two different ways, regular and reverse. He demonstrates how to position yourself properly to do both types of the wrist curl with a dumbbell. You can also do wrist curls with a barbell.
Step 1: Wrist Curl Basics
If you want to tone, strengthen and shape your forearm then wrist curls can help by working the three muscles located in your forearm. When you are doing wrist curls there should not be any pain in your wrist. If you do experience pain then it is best to stop the exercise immediately to keep you from sustaining a more serious injury.http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/jmace11.htm
Step 2: Regular Wrist Curls
Regular wrist curls can be done using a barbell or a dumbbell. Sit on the bench and make sure your arm is laying flat on your leg. Your hand should be hanging over the edge of your knee. Grip the dumbbell and lift up using only your wrist. The exercise is the same with a barbell except that you will use both wrists in the curl.http://www.flashmavi.com/weight_training_forearms_wrist_curls.shtml
Step 3: Reverse Wrist Curls
Reverse wrist curls can also be done using both a dumbbell or barbell. The reverse wrist curl is done the same as the wrist curl except your hand is palm down. You can also use a barbell and do a behind the back wrist curl. For this you need to be standing up with the barbell behind you. Your arms should be at your side and you will lift the barbell using only your wrists.http://www.flashmavi.com/weight_training_forearms_wrist_curls.shtml
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The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you have a history of heart problems or any other physical ailments that might prohibit you from physical activity, please contact your doctor before using these steps.
