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Barbell Finger Curls

Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Barbell Finger Curls.

EasyInner forearm

About this exercise

Barbell finger curls are a forearm isolation exercise performed by allowing the barbell to roll down to the fingertips and then curling the fingers back up. They directly strengthen the finger flexors and the inner forearm muscles, which are important for grip strength.

How to Perform

  • Sit at the edge of a bench and hold a barbell with an underhand (supinated) grip, forearms resting on your thighs with wrists hanging just beyond the knees
  • Allow your fingers to open gradually so the bar rolls down toward your fingertips
  • Curl your fingers back to close your grip fully, then flex your wrists upward as far as comfortable
  • Lower the bar back down in a controlled manner to the fingertip position
  • Repeat for the desired number of repetitions

Muscle Activation

Primary
Inner forearm

Common Mistakes

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About the Barbell Finger Curls

The Barbell Finger Curls is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.

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