barbell close-grip curl
barbell close-grip curl is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Stand up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold the barbell with an underhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart.
Step 2
Keep your elbows close to your torso and your upper arms stationary throughout the movement.
Step 3
Curl the barbell up towards your shoulders, contracting your biceps.
Step 4
Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the barbell back down to the starting position.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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