Handle rotation with a suspended weight is an excellent old-school exercise for basic forearm muscle development.
This exercise for training the forearm muscles can be found in very old strength training books. It is also known as the "well."
This device is simply a handle to which a weight is attached via a cable, usually weight plates from a barbell, although there are also stationary versions, though they are quite rare.
Although the device is available for purchase, it can easily be made at home.
Variations
Handle rotation can be performed while holding it in the air or by adapting it to, for example, squat racks, which allows the use of heavier weights.
Technique for Performing Handle Rotation with Suspended Weight
To perform this exercise, you need to grip the handle with an overhand grip and rotate it, winding the cable onto the handle until the weight is fully lifted.
Then, slowly and controllably, rotate the handle in the opposite direction, lowering the weight back down.
The handle can be rotated in two ways - towards yourself and away from yourself.
In the first case, the exercise engages the forearm extensors, and in the second - the flexors. Additionally, this exercise is very effective for developing grip strength.
Сonclusions
Include this exercise in your forearm muscle training for comprehensive development. It can be performed regularly or cycled with other exercises.
