Extensor carpi radialis longus & brevis

Schematic anatomy
Extensor carpi radialis longus & brevis

Biceps

Long headShort headBrachialis · supporting muscle

Triceps

Long headLateral headMedial head

Forearms

BrachioradialisFlexor carpi radialisFlexor carpi ulnarisFlexor digitorum superficialisFlexor digitorum profundusFlexor pollicis longusExtensor carpi radialis longus & brevisExtensor carpi ulnarisExtensor digitorumExtensor pollicis longus & brevisAbductor pollicis longusPronator teresPronator quadratusSupinator

Hands

Abductor pollicis brevisFlexor pollicis brevisOpponens pollicisAdductor pollicisHypothenar musclesLumbricalsDorsal interosseiPalmar interossei
Movement guide

Extensor carpi radialis longus & brevis

Extend the wrist and assist movement toward the thumb side.

01

Reverse wrist curl

Isolation · Dumbbells

Also works

Extensor carpi ulnaris, finger extensors

How to perform

Support your forearms with palms down. Lift the backs of your hands by extending the wrists, then lower with control.

Keep the forearms supported and use a small, controlled range.

Example volume · 2–3 sets × 12–20 reps

Referenceswww.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk

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