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    Barbell Wide-grip Drag Curl Exercise Guide

    Barbell Wide-grip Drag Curl demonstration

    Exercise Profile

    Target
    Biceps Brachii
    Equipment
    Barbell
    Body Part
    Upper Arms
    Primary Muscle
    Biceps Brachii
    Secondary Muscles
    Brachioradialis, Deltoid Posterior, Brachialis, Deltoid Anterior
    Intensity
    medium
    Category
    strength
    Skill Level
    intermediate
    Estimated Calories
    5
    Alternate Names
    Wide-grip Barbell Drag Curl

    How to: Barbell Wide-grip Drag Curl

    1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell with a wide grip.
    2. Keep your elbows close to your body and curl the barbell up towards your chest.
    3. Focus on pulling the barbell along your torso.
    4. Slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position.
    5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

    Common Mistakes

    • Rounding the shoulders
    • Allowing elbows to flare out
    • Lifting too heavy and relying on momentum

    Modifications

    • Use a lighter barbell or perform the exercise with dumbbells.
    • If needed, perform the exercise seated for better stabilization.

    Tips

    • Keep your elbows tucked close to your body to maximize contraction in your biceps.
    • Avoid using momentum; focus on slow and controlled movements.
    • Engage your core to maintain stability and posture.

    Barbell Wide-grip Drag Curl Alternatives

    Weighted Lying Neck Extension (with head harness)

    Weighted Lying Neck Extension (with head harness)

    Body Part: Neck

    Tags

    biceps
    curl
    barbell
    strength
    upper arms
    muscle building

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