The Best Forearms Exercises

Top Exercises

Wrist Curl

Beginner / Barbell / Forearms / pull

A forearm-focused isolation exercise. It builds grip strength and muscle volume in the forearm flexors through controlled flexion.

Over Bench Wrist Curl

Beginner / Dumbbells / Forearms / pull

Builds forearm mass and grip strength by isolating the flexors. The bench provides a stable base for heavy, controlled loading.

Cable Reverse Wrist Curl

Beginner / Hi-Lo Cable Machine / Forearms / pull

An isolation exercise for the forearm extensors. It is essential for grip balance and preventing common elbow injuries like "tennis elbow."

Wrist Circles

Beginner / Bodyweight-only / Forearms / isolation

A mobility exercise for the wrist joint. It improves joint health, flexibility, and prepares the wrists for heavy pressing or pulling movements.

Cable Wrist Curl

Beginner / Seated Cable Row Machine / Forearms / pull

An isolation exercise for the forearm flexors. The cable provides constant tension throughout the entire range of motion, unlike traditional dumbbells.

Reverse Wrist Curl

Beginner / Barbell / Forearms / pull

Targets the forearm extensors. It is essential for building grip balance and preventing repetitive strain injuries in the wrists and elbows.

Kettlebell Farmers Carry

Intermediate / Kettlebell / Forearms / carry

A functional core and grip strength exercise. It builds total-body stability, improves posture, and strengthens the stabilizers in the hips and shoulders.