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Resistance Band Bar Reverse Curl

The Resistance Band Bar Reverse Curl is an Arm exercise that works the Biceps and Forearms. It follows the Bicep Curl but with a palms-down grip, which shifts more of the work to the Forearm muscles, especially the Brachioradialis.

Muscles Worked: Biceps, Brachioradialis (Forearm) · also Brachialis, Forearm Extensors
Equipment: Resistance Band Bar

A man in a gray Bodylastics T-shirt stands on bands holding a Resistance Band Bar palms down at his thighs, then curls it up to chest height. — Start And Finish Positions

Set Up

Anchor:: No anchor needed.
Bands:: Clip one end of the band to each end ring of the Resistance Band Bar.
Body Position:: Stand on the bands with your feet hip-width apart, grip the bar palms down at whatever width feels most comfortable, and stand up straight. Keep your back straight, head straight, chest up, stomach tight and a slight bend in your knees, with your arms straight down and elbows tight to your sides.

Movement

Bend your arms and curl the bar up to chest height. Return to the starting position, controlling the resistance.

Points To Remember

Keep your elbows still at your sides; do not let them move forward or back.

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Questions About The Reverse Curl

What muscles does the Resistance Band Bar Reverse Curl work?

The Resistance Band Bar Reverse Curl works the Biceps and the Forearm muscles, especially the Brachioradialis, because of the palms-down grip.

What is the difference between a Reverse Curl and a Bicep Curl?

The only change is the grip. The Resistance Band Bar Reverse Curl uses palms down instead of palms up, which puts more emphasis on the Forearm muscles while still working the Biceps.