Standing barbell wrist extension

Barbell, palms down

Also called reverse wrist curl standing, standing reverse wrist curl

Standing barbell wrist extension, start positionStanding barbell wrist extension, end position
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Stand with forearms resting on the thighs, palms down, holding a barbell, then raise the backs of the wrists and lower under control.

  1. Only the wrists move
  2. Raise with the back of the wrist
  3. Lower slowly through full range

Movement

Pattern
Wrist curl
Type
Isolation, one joint moves
Sides
Both sides together
Equipment
Barbell

Muscles worked

Main movers get full credit for a set, helpers half.

Upper body

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