BeginnerDynamicWrist Flexors
General Wrist Strength Drill
The general wrist strength drill is a higher-rep, lower-load movement built for flexor endurance and control rather than maximal strength — useful on days focused on volume and joint conditioning rather than heavy singles.
Muscles Worked
Wrist flexors, forearm
Equipment
Dumbbell
How to Do It
- 1Hold a light dumbbell with forearm supported
- 2Curl the wrist through a full, controlled range
- 3Lower slowly and repeat
Sets & Reps
3 sets · 12-20 reps
Coaching Tips
- •Use full range of motion for maximum development
- •Control the negative (lowering) portion slowly
Common Mistakes
- ✕Loading it like a strength exercise instead of keeping the weight light enough to hit the full 12-20 rep range with good control
- ✕Rushing through reps to finish the set instead of using the higher rep count to actually build control
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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