Exercises / Barbell curl

Barbell curl GIF

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Worked muscles

BicepsMusculus biceps brachii
BrachialisMusculus brachialis
BrachioradialisMusculus brachioradialis
ForearmsMusculi antebrachii

Equipment: Barbell
Level: beginner
Loop: One repetition, 5.13 seconds

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How to do a barbell curl

Stand holding bar with underhand grip
Arms at sides, shoulder-width grip
Curl bar toward shoulders
Squeeze biceps at top
Lower with control

Form tips

Keep elbows at sides
Don't swing or use momentum
Full extension at bottom
Full contraction at top
Keep wrists straight