EZ-Bar Reverse Curl

Sets and reps

• For strength: 3 to 5 sets of 3 to 6 reps, resting 2 to 3 minutes between sets.
• For muscle: 3 to 4 sets of 6 to 12 reps (up to 15 on smaller lifts), resting 1 to 2 minutes, ending each set 1 to 3 reps short of failure (RPE 7 to 9).
• Add a rep or a small amount of weight once every set reaches the top of the range at the same effort.

General ranges, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts.

Variations

The same movement with other equipment or a different angle.

• Barbell Reverse CurlBarbell
• Cable Reverse CurlCable
• Dumbbell Reverse CurlDumbbell

Alternatives

Other exercises for the forearms, for when the ez bar is taken or you want a change.

• Barbell Reverse Wrist CurlBarbell
• Barbell Wrist CurlBarbell
• Behind-the-Back Barbell Wrist CurlBarbell
• Cable Reverse Wrist CurlCable
• Dead HangBodyweight
• Dumbbell Wrist CurlDumbbell
• Farmers CarryDumbbell
• Fat-Grip Dumbbell HoldDumbbell

Questions

What muscles does the EZ-Bar Reverse Curl work?

The EZ-Bar Reverse Curl mainly works the forearms and biceps.

What equipment do you need for the EZ-Bar Reverse Curl?

A ez bar.

How many sets and reps of the EZ-Bar Reverse Curl?

For strength: 3 to 5 sets of 3 to 6 reps, resting 2 to 3 minutes between sets. For muscle: 3 to 4 sets of 6 to 12 reps (up to 15 on smaller lifts), resting 1 to 2 minutes, ending each set 1 to 3 reps short of failure (RPE 7 to 9). Add a rep or a small amount of weight once every set reaches the top of the range at the same effort.

What can I do instead of the EZ-Bar Reverse Curl?

Barbell Reverse Wrist Curl, Barbell Wrist Curl, Behind-the-Back Barbell Wrist Curl and Cable Reverse Wrist Curl work the same main muscle.