Exercise technique

wrist rollerer

The wrist roller is an exercise that targets the forearms by using a weighted rope or bar. It involves rolling a weight up and down using wrist flexion and extension, which helps build forearm strength and endurance.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Attach a weight to one end of a rope or bar.
  2. Hold the other end of the rope or bar with both hands, palms facing down.
  3. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your arms fully extended in front of you.
  4. Slowly roll the weight up towards your hands by flexing your wrists.
  5. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the weight back down to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Biceps, Triceps.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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