Kettlebell Wrist Curl
Description
The kettlebell wrist curl targets the wrist flexors by sitting on a bench, resting your forearm on your thigh, and curling the KB up by flexing at the wrist. The KB handle position provides a unique grip challenge compared to dumbbells.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Kettlebell Wrist Curl Instructions
- Sit on a bench. Hold a light KB in your right hand.
- Rest your right forearm on your right thigh, wrist hanging off the knee.
- Let the KB hang with your wrist extended (hand hanging down).
- Curl the KB up by flexing your wrist.
- Squeeze your forearm flexors at the top.
- Lower under control.
- Complete reps, then switch.
- Use light weight. Aim for 15 to 20 reps per side.
Kettlebell Wrist Curl Form & Visual
Kettlebell Wrist Curl Benefits
- Builds forearm flexor strength
- KB handle provides a unique grip challenge
- Easy to load progressively
- Useful for grip-intensive activities
- Simple setup
- Builds wrist health
Kettlebell Wrist Curl Muscles Worked
- Wrist flexors (flexor carpi radialis, flexor carpi ulnaris)
- Flexor digitorum
- Palmaris longus
Kettlebell Wrist Curl Variations & Alternatives
- Dumbbell Wrist Curl
- Barbell Wrist Curl
- Band Wrist Curl
- Wrist Roller
- KB Reverse Wrist Curl
