EZ Barbell Spider Curl Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Biceps Brachii
- Equipment
- EZ Barbell
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Biceps Brachii
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Brachioradialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Spider Curl
How to: EZ Barbell Spider Curl
- Set your EZ barbell on a bench set at a slight incline.
- Lie on the bench face down, gripping the bar with an underhand grip.
- Allow your arms to fully extend, then curl the bar up towards your face while keeping your elbows stationary.
- Slowly lower the bar back to the start position and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum to lift the weights.
- Allowing elbows to drift away from the body.
- Not fully extending at the bottom of the movement.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights if you experience discomfort.
- Perform the exercise seated to offer more stability.
Tips
- Keep your elbows close to your body to maximize bicep activation.
- Do not swing the weights; focus on controlled movements.
- Breathe out when you curl the bar upwards and inhale as you lower it.
EZ Barbell Spider Curl Alternatives
Tags
biceps
strength
upper arms
arm workout
bodybuilding
EZ bar