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Wrist flexion
Last reviewed: 04.07.2025
You will need:
Dumbbells and exercise bench.
Trains:
Extensor of the wrist
- Starting position
Sit on a bench with your knees bent and your feet shoulder-width apart. Hold dumbbells in your hands and place your forearms on your thighs, palms facing up. Your wrists should not touch your knees – lean forward if you need to.
NOTE: Don't move your arms - let your wrists do the work.
- Main movement
Bend your wrists to lower the dumbbells.
PLEASE NOTE: Your grip must be tight throughout the entire exercise.
- Finishing move
Lower the dumbbells as low as possible, then raise them again as high as possible.
NOTE: This is a good time to practice your facial expression - it should look like you are really straining yourself!
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