Exercise library · Forearms & grip
Barbell Wrist Extension on Knees
The Barbell Wrist Extension on Knees is a barbell exercise that targets the wrist extensors, with the forearms assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.
- Target muscles
- Wrist extensors
- Also works
- Forearms
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body part
- Lower arms
Step by step
- Kneel on a bench or floor with forearms resting on your thighs, holding a barbell with an overhand grip.
- Engage your core and maintain a straight back.
- Extend your wrists upward, lifting the barbell away from your body.
- Slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position.
- Keep forearms stationary and focus on wrist movement.
- Maintain controlled motion and steady breathing.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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