Barbell Reverse Curl Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Brachioradialis
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Brachioradialis
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Biceps Brachii
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Reverse Barbell Curl
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Barbell Reverse Curl
- Stand up straight with a barbell in your hands, palms facing down and shoulder-width apart.
- Keep your elbows close to your torso and curl the barbell up towards your shoulders.
- Pause briefly at the top of the movement, then slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using too much weight, which can lead to poor form.
- Letting the elbows flare out.
- Not fully extending the arms on the way down.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights to start if you're new to the exercise.
- Perform the exercise seated for better stability.
Tips
- Keep your elbows close to your torso throughout the movement.
- Focus on the contraction in the upper arms at the top of the lift.
- Control the weight on the way down to avoid injury.
Barbell Reverse Curl Alternatives
Tags
arms
biceps
strength
forearms
barbell
muscle building
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