REVERSE CURL

This is a strengthening exercise for the common wrist extensors and elbow flexors. Start by holding a dumbbell with a palms down grip. Keep the elbow directly below of your shoulder during this exercise and keep your core braced to hold a neutral spine. Raise the weight by bending the elbow and keep the wrists in neutral. Lower the weight back down without swaying the arm or body to complete a repetition.

Muscles Involved:

• Biceps Brachii

• Brachialis

• Brachioradialis

• Common Wrist Extensors

  • Extensor Carpi Radialis Brevis

  • Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus

  • Extensor Carpi Ulnaris

  • Extensor Digitorum

  • Extensor Digiti Minimi

Related Conditions:

• Tennis Elbow

• Lateral Epicondylitis

• Biceps Strain

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