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From Jeff in Chicago, a 24 year old who wants to know if he should train forearms specifically, and if so, how.  His question is:

Dear Mike: 

Should I do specific exercises that target my forearms, or do they get enough ' work' when doing other exercises?  Thanks.  

Dear Jeff:   

Thanks for the great question.  Forearm training is a topic that is neglected in most training discussions.  Although forearms do get a lot of indirect work while doing other bodyparts, I feel it is important to do direct work if you are a bodybuilder or if you are an athlete where strength in this area is needed.  

Below are some exercises that target the forearms:

  • Wrist curls with a barbell or dumbbell.

  • Squeezing a handball or tennis ball.

  • Finger rolls with a barbell or dumbbell.

I recommend doing 3-4 sets of 15-20 reps.  Choose one of the exercises per forearm workout 1-2 times per week.  Give this a try and watch your forearms grow!

Thanks again for the great question, Jeff.  

Mike Francois

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