Exercise guide
Barbell curl
Works your biceps, with help from your forearms. Barbell. Beginner friendly.
The animated demo for this exercise is in the members’ area.
Main musclesbiceps
Helpersforearms
EquipmentBarbell
LevelBeginner friendly
In your plan3 sets of 8-12 reps
Rest1 minute
How to do it
- Stand tall holding the bar with an underhand grip, hands shoulder width.
- Pin your elbows by your sides.
- Curl the bar up to your shoulders and squeeze, without swinging your body.
- Lower for 2 seconds until your arms are straight.
In the members’ area
The animated demo, side and front views, the common mistakes to avoid, and a weight and rep target for every set, from your last session.
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