Band Reverse Curl

Body region

• Arms

Muscles

Main

• Brachialis
• Brachioradialis

Helps

• Biceps
• Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus

Holds

• Extensor Carpi Radialis Brevis
• Extensor Carpi Ulnaris

Equipment

• Resistance Band

Technique

1. Stand on a band with feet hip-width apart and hold the ends with an overhand grip, palms facing down.
2. Keep the elbows at your sides and wrists straight.
3. Curl the hands up toward your shoulders without letting the wrists bend back.
4. Lower slowly until the arms are straight.

Cues

• Keep the knuckles aligned with the forearms.
• Use lighter resistance than for a regular curl.

Common mistakes

• Letting the wrists collapse backward.
• Swinging the torso.
• Using a band so strong that the elbows move forward.

Alternatives

• Reverse Barbell Curl
• Cable Reverse Curl