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Cable Wrist Curl

Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Cable Wrist Curl.

EasyInner forearm

About this exercise

The Cable Wrist Curl isolates the wrist flexors and inner forearm muscles using a low cable pulley. The cable provides consistent resistance through the full range of motion, making it effective for building forearm strength and grip endurance.

How to Perform

  • Sit on a bench facing a low cable pulley and attach a straight bar handle
  • Grasp the bar with both hands using an underhand (palms-up) grip
  • Rest your forearms on your thighs, with your wrists hanging just off the edge of your knees
  • Allow the weight to pull your wrists down to full extension
  • Curl your wrists upward as high as possible, contracting your forearm flexors
  • Slowly lower your wrists back to the extended position under control

Muscle Activation

Primary
Inner forearm

Common Mistakes

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About the Cable Wrist Curl

The Cable Wrist Curl 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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