Seated Palm-Up Barbell Wrist Curl

Barbell Forearms

The Seated Palm-Up Barbell Wrist Curl is a strength movement that targets your forearms. Here's how to do it with clean form.

How to do the Seated Palm-Up Barbell Wrist Curl

  1. Sit at the edge of a bench with your forearms resting on your thighs, palms facing up.
  2. Let the barbell roll toward your fingertips at the bottom of each rep.
  3. Curl your wrists upward, contracting the forearm flexors fully at the top.
  4. Keep your forearms flat on your thighs throughout — only your wrists move.

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