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TRX Reverse Curl
TRX Reverse Curl using suspension trainer targets forearms and biceps to build grip and arm strength; scales by adjusting body angle for progression.
About Exercise
Equipment
Others
Difficulty
3/5 • Intermediate
Primary Muscle Groups
Forearms, Biceps
Secondary Muscles
Lats, Abs, Obliques
Popularity Score
6
Goals
Training Style
Setup Requirements
Requires Rack
No
Requires Bench
No
Requires Spotter
No
Space Needed
Small
Noise Level
Low
Muscle Breakdown
View Muscle MapForearms
9/10Flexors
Biceps
8/10Brachialis
Lats
4/10Abs
3/10Obliques
3/10Programming
Typical Rep Range
8-15 reps
Rest Between Sets
60-90 seconds
How to Perform
Anchor TRX at waist height. Face anchor, grip handles overhand, lean back with arms extended and body straight.
- Engage core and flex elbows to pull body up, hands toward shoulders.
- Keep upper arms stable and elbows high.
- Pause briefly at top for contraction.
- Slowly extend arms to lower body to start.
- Maintain straight body line throughout.
Coaching Tips
Form Cues
- Keep body plank straight.
- Elbows stay high.
- Squeeze forearms at top.
- Control the descent.
Breathing
Inhale during lowering phase; exhale as you curl up and brace core.
Tempo
3-1-2
Range of Motion
Full arm extension at bottom to elbows flexed with hands near shoulders at top.
Safety
Safety Notes
- Ensure secure TRX anchor.
- Avoid if acute elbow or shoulder pain.
- Progress angle gradually.
Spotting
No spotter needed; self-regulate with form.
Common Mistakes
- Sagging hips or arching back.
- Swinging or kipping body.
- Dropping elbows to sides.
When to Avoid
- Acute elbow tendonitis
- Shoulder impingement
Flexibility Needed
- Shoulder flexion for grip
- Wrist extension
Build Up First
- Master basic TRX rows
- Core bracing competency
Also known as
Suspension Trainer Reverse Curl, TRX Forearm Curl
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