Barbell Standing Wide-Grip Biceps Curl
This is a wide grip version of a biceps curl. The wider grip targets the lateral or outer portion of the muscle.
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Muscle groups
- Arms
- Primary muscles
- Biceps
- Secondary muscles
- Forearms
How to perform this exercise
- Stand with your feet shoulder width apart, your knees slightly bent and your abs drawn in.
- Grasp a barbell with palms up as wide as you comfortably can.
- Extend your arms fully against your thighs.
- Keeping your elbows straight, raise the bar towards your chest until your forearms touch your chest.
- Pause for moment and then return to the starting position.
Use a controlled range of motion and a load you can manage. Stop if a movement causes pain. Ask a qualified coach for help with unfamiliar exercises.
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