Barbell Curl Press Extension Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Upper Arms
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Upper Arms
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, forearms, Brachioradialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.1
- Alternate Names
- Curl Press, Bicep Tricep Combo
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Barbell Curl Press Extension
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and grip a barbell with both hands, palms facing forward.
- Curl the barbell towards your shoulders while keeping your elbows stationary.
- Once the barbell reaches shoulder height, press it overhead until your arms are fully extended.
- Lower the barbell back down to shoulder height and then lower it back to the starting position while controlling the movement.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing elbows to flare out during the curl.
- Using momentum to lift the weight instead of controlled movement.
- Neglecting the triceps during the pressing motion.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight to practice form before increasing intensity.
- Perform the exercise seated to reduce the strain on the lower back.
Tips
- Keep your elbows close to your body during the curl.
- Do not swing your upper body; utilize your arms to lift the weight.
- Control the weight on the way down for better muscle engagement.
Barbell Curl Press Extension Alternatives
Tags
upper arms
biceps
triceps
strength
barbell
resistance
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