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Cable Standing Wrist Curl

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

EasyInner forearm

About this exercise

The cable standing wrist curl targets the forearm flexors using constant tension provided by a low pulley cable. The continuous resistance throughout the full range of motion makes this variation particularly effective for building strength and size in the inner forearm muscles.

How to Perform

  • Attach a straight bar to a low pulley cable machine and stand facing the machine
  • Grasp the bar with an underhand (palms-up) grip, hands shoulder-width apart
  • Step back slightly so your arms hang in front of your thighs with the cable taut
  • Allow your wrists to drop toward the floor to fully stretch the forearm flexors
  • Curl your wrists upward as far as possible, squeezing the forearm flexors at the top
  • Lower the bar back slowly under control to the starting position
  • Repeat for the desired number of repetitions

Muscle Activation

Primary
Inner forearm

Common Mistakes

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About the Cable Standing Wrist Curl

The Cable Standing 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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