Best exercises for
Grip, wrist and brachioradialis work, ranked.
Live ranking · updated by evidence & ratings
Right now Wrist Curl ranks first, with an overall score of 89 from the research rubric. It’s followed by Reverse Wrist Curl and Zottman Curl. The best choice for you depends on your equipment and how it feels on your joints, which is why every exercise links to alternatives.
Why it ranks: Isolates the wrist flexors through their full range, and it’s easy to add weight in small steps.
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