Dumbbell Reverse Wrist Curl
Learn how to do the Dumbbell Reverse Wrist Curl with proper form and technique. This dumbbell exercise primarily targets your Forearms, with secondary emphasis on Biceps, Brachialis.
How to Do the Dumbbell Reverse Wrist Curl
Follow these steps to perform the Dumbbell Reverse Wrist Curl with correct form:
- 1Sit on a bench or chair with your feet flat on the ground.
- 2Hold a dumbbell in each hand with an overhand grip, palms facing down.
- 3Rest your forearms on your thighs, allowing your wrists to hang off the edge.
- 4Slowly curl your wrists upward, bringing the dumbbells towards your body.
- 5Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbells back down to the starting position.
- 6Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Dumbbell Reverse Wrist Curl Muscles Worked
Primary
Secondary
Exercise Details
- Equipment
- dumbbell
- Body Part
- lower arms
- Category
- Main
Recovery & Training Frequency
- Recommended Recovery Time
- 1–2 days
- Weekly Frequency
- 2–4 sessions per week
- Why
- Small muscles like the biceps, triceps, and calves have a limited cross-sectional area and are already engaged during compound pulling and pressing. They typically recover in 24–48 h, making 2–4 direct sessions per week feasible (Israetel, 'Scientific Principles of Strength Training').
Sets & Reps by Goal
Strength
- Sets
- 3–4
- Reps
- 5–8
- Rest
- 90–120 s
Isolation movements can be trained with moderate loads for strength, though peak strength expression is secondary to compound lifts.
Hypertrophy
- Sets
- 3–5
- Reps
- 10–20
- Rest
- 45–90 s
Isolation exercises shine in the 10–20 rep range with a 2-second eccentric. Taking the final set close to failure drives maximum hypertrophic stimulus.
Endurance
- Sets
- 2–4
- Reps
- 20–30
- Rest
- 20–45 s
Light-load, high-rep isolation work is useful for rehab, joint health, and pump-focused training.
Which Workout Splits Include Dumbbell Reverse Wrist Curl?
Based on the muscles this exercise targets, it fits naturally into these training splits and day types:
Full Body
Any session
Bro Split
Arms Day
Not sure which split is right for you? Cora builds personalised training plans that match your schedule and goals. Learn more about progressive overload.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does the Dumbbell Reverse Wrist Curl work?
The Dumbbell Reverse Wrist Curl primarily targets your Forearms. Secondary muscles worked include Biceps, Brachialis. This makes it an effective exercise for developing your lower arms.
What equipment do I need for the Dumbbell Reverse Wrist Curl?
The Dumbbell Reverse Wrist Curl requires dumbbell. Make sure your equipment is properly set up and you have enough space to perform the movement with full range of motion.
How do I perform the Dumbbell Reverse Wrist Curl with proper form?
Start by Sit on a bench or chair with your feet flat on the ground. Hold a dumbbell in each hand with an overhand grip, palms facing down. Rest your forearms on your thighs, allowing your wrists to hang off the edge. Focus on controlled movement throughout the entire range of motion. See the full step-by-step instructions above for complete form guidance.
How often should I do the Dumbbell Reverse Wrist Curl?
For most people, allow 1–2 days between sessions targeting the same muscle group. That translates to 2–4 sessions per week. Small muscles like the biceps, triceps, and calves have a limited cross-sectional area and are already engaged during compound pulling and pressing. They typically recover in 24–48 h, making 2–4 direct sessions per week feasible (Israetel, 'Scientific Principles of Strength Training').
What are the best sets and reps for the Dumbbell Reverse Wrist Curl?
It depends on your goal. For strength: 3–4 sets of 5–8 with 90–120 s rest. For hypertrophy (muscle growth): 3–5 sets of 10–20 with 45–90 s rest. For endurance: 2–4 sets of 20–30 with 20–45 s rest.
Which workout splits is the Dumbbell Reverse Wrist Curl best for?
The Dumbbell Reverse Wrist Curl fits well into the following training splits: Full Body (Any session), Bro Split (Arms Day). It is classified as a general movement.
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