How to do it
Count two full seconds on the lowering phase of each repetition.
- 1
Sit on a bench and hold a dumbbell in each hand with palms facing up and forearms resting on your thighs.
- 2
Keeping your arms still, curl the dumbbells towards your biceps by flexing your wrists.
- 3
Squeeze your forearms at the top of the movement, then slowly lower the weights back to the starting position.
- 4
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Ensure that your wrists are the only moving part of your body to effectively target the forearm muscles.
Common mistakes
- ✕Lifting the forearms off your thighs
- ✕Curling the elbows up to assist the movement
- ✕Rolling the dumbbell down into your fingers