Exercise guide

Dumbbell Reverse Grip Wrist Curl Single Arm

The Dumbbell Reverse Grip Wrist Curl Single Arm targets the forearm extensors by lifting the wrist upward with an overhand grip.

Category
Strength
Difficulty
Advanced
Movement
Isolation
Bodyweight
No
How to

How to do the Dumbbell Reverse Grip Wrist Curl Single Arm

  1. 01

    Sit on a bench holding a dumbbell in one hand with an overhand grip.

  2. 02

    Rest your forearm on your thigh with your wrist just beyond your knee.

  3. 03

    Allow your wrist to bend downward.

  4. 04

    Extend your wrist upward by lifting the back of your hand.

  5. 05

    Squeeze briefly at the top.

  6. 06

    Lower the dumbbell slowly before switching sides.

Performance tips

Cues that matter

  • Keep your forearm supported and still
  • Move only at the wrist
  • Control the lowering phase to maintain tension
Muscles

Muscles worked

Equipment

What you need

Common questions

Frequently asked

What muscles does the Dumbbell Reverse Grip Wrist Curl Single Arm work?

The Dumbbell Reverse Grip Wrist Curl Single Arm primarily targets the Forearms.

Is the Dumbbell Reverse Grip Wrist Curl Single Arm a compound or isolation exercise?

The Dumbbell Reverse Grip Wrist Curl Single Arm is an isolation exercise, meaning it focuses on a single muscle group through one joint movement.

What equipment do I need for the Dumbbell Reverse Grip Wrist Curl Single Arm?

You need the following equipment: Dumbbells.

What difficulty level is the Dumbbell Reverse Grip Wrist Curl Single Arm?

The Dumbbell Reverse Grip Wrist Curl Single Arm is rated as advanced difficulty. Prior training experience and proper form fundamentals are recommended.

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