Barbell Prone Incline Curl Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Brachialis
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Brachialis
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachioradialis, Biceps Brachii
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Incline Curl
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Barbell Prone Incline Curl
- Set up an incline bench at a 45-degree angle.
- Lay face down on the bench, holding a barbell with an underhand grip, arms extended.
- Curl the barbell towards your shoulders while squeezing the biceps.
- Lower the barbell back to the starting position in a controlled manner.
- Repeat for the desired repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Lifting with your back instead of your arms.
- Not fully extending arms at the bottom of the curl.
- Using too much weight and skipping the full range of motion.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight to reduce strain.
- Perform the exercise seated if standing causes discomfort.
Tips
- Keep your elbows close to your body throughout the movement.
- Avoid using momentum; focus on controlled movement.
- Ensure to keep your back straight and core engaged.
Barbell Prone Incline Curl Alternatives
Tags
biceps
triceps
arm workout
strength training
barbell exercises
upper body
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