5 Most Effective Wrist Exercises to Strengthen Your Wrists

#2 Wrist Curls with Dumbbells

This exercise targets the wrist flexors, extensors, pronators and brachialis.

Instructions:

Step 1: Sit on a bench or a chair, and keep your legs shoulder-width apart. You can also stand.

Step 2: Grab a dumbbell in each hand, and place your forearms on your thighs with your palms facing up. Do not rest your wrists on your knees.

Step 3: Keeping your forearms stationary, curl your wrists toward them. Hold this pose for 1-2 seconds.

Step 4: Slowly extend your wrists back and down toward the floor.

Important Tip: Do 10-12 reps of 3 sets each. Avoid using heavier dumbbells for this exercise and wear a wrist support if needed.

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