Resistance band high reverse curl

Muscles worked: Forearms
Forearms
🔧 Resistance band 🔄 Also works with cable machine ↕ Pull 🎗️ medium band 🔁 reps Difficulty:

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How to perform

Curl hands up towards shoulders, keeping elbows still. Squeeze forearms at the top, then slowly lower hands back to full extension. Maintain band tension throughout each repetition.

Muscles Worked

Flexors
Secondary: Long Head, Short Head, Extensors

Tips

To stabilize the movement and target your biceps effectively, focus on keeping your elbows pinned to your sides throughout the exercise, preventing any rocking or swinging. Ensure your wrists remain in a neutral position, avoiding any excessive bending or flexing, which can strain your joints and reduce bicep engagement. At the peak of the curl, actively squeeze your forearm muscles to maximize contraction and fully engage the biceps. As you lower the weight, control the descent slowly and deliberately, resisting the pull of the band to maintain constant tension and prevent momentum from taking over.

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