Barbell Curl Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Biceps Brachii
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Biceps Brachii
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Brachioradialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Bicep Curl
How to: Barbell Curl
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell at arm's length.
- Keep your elbows close to your torso and curl the weights while contracting your biceps.
- Continue to raise the bar until your biceps are fully contracted and the bar is at shoulder level.
- Slowly lower the bar back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using excessive weight.
- Flaring elbows out to the side.
- Not fully extending at the bottom.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights to practice form.
- Perform seated to eliminate the use of momentum.
Tips
- Keep a straight back throughout the movement.
- Do not swing your body; lift the barbell in a controlled manner.
- Avoid locking your elbows at the bottom of the movement.
Barbell Curl Alternatives
Tags
arms
biceps
strength
weight lifting
barbell
beginner