IntermediateDynamicWrist Extensors
Riser Pulls — Belt Over Fingers
Riser pulls with a belt looped directly over the fingers train the rising portion of a top roll with a finger-specific grip — closer to how a riser tool is actually gripped mid-match than a standard handle-based riser pull.
Muscles Worked
Wrist extensors, forearm
Equipment
Riser toolArm-wrestling strap
How to Do It
- 1Loop a belt or strap over your fingers and attach to the riser
- 2Raise your knuckles and thumb upward (radial deviation)
- 3Lower with control
Sets & Reps
3-4 sets · 8-12 reps
Coaching Tips
- •Movement is toward the thumb (radial) side
- •Key strength component for top roll
Common Mistakes
- ✕Looping the belt too loosely, letting it slip off the fingers instead of staying anchored the way a real riser grip would
- ✕Substituting this for standard riser pulls entirely rather than treating it as a finger-grip-specific variation
Related Techniques
Consult a qualified coach or medical professional before starting a new training program, especially if you have an existing wrist, elbow, or shoulder injury.
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