Reverse Curl

Step-by-step technique for Reverse Curl, an exercise for forearms using barbell. From the Frog Fitness exercise library.

How to do it

  1. Stand with a barbell in an overhand grip (palms down).
  2. Keep your elbows close to your body.
  3. Curl the bar up toward your chest.
  4. Lower under control.
Coach tip: The overhand grip hits the forearm and brachialis.

Muscles worked

Primary: Forearms
Secondary: Biceps

Reverse Curl is a strength exercise that loads the forearms using barbell. Log it in Frog Fitness to follow how the load develops over time.

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