Band EZ Barbell Close grip Curl Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Brachialis
- Equipment
- Band
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Brachialis
- Secondary Muscles
- Biceps Brachii, Brachioradialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4.8
- Alternate Names
- EZ Bar Close Grip Curl
How to: Band EZ Barbell Close grip Curl
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding the band in both hands with a close grip.
- Position your elbows close to your torso and keep them stationary.
- Curl the band up towards your shoulders while keeping your elbows stationary.
- Squeeze your biceps at the top of the movement, then lower the band back to the starting position with control.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Flaring elbows away from the body.
- Using too much weight and relying on body momentum.
- Not fully extending the arms at the bottom of the curl.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise seated to limit momentum usage.
- Use a lighter band or perform the exercise without any resistance if you're new to it.
Tips
- Keep your elbows close to your body throughout the movement.
- Focus on a slow and controlled motion to engage the muscles effectively.
- Avoid swinging the body to lift the weight; all movement should come from the arms.
Band EZ Barbell Close grip Curl Alternatives
Tags
arms
biceps
strength
resistance band
curl
upper body