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barbell standing wide grip biceps curl

barbell standing wide grip biceps curl is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell with an underhand grip, hands wider than shoulder-width apart.

Step 2

Keep your back straight and your elbows close to your torso.

Step 3

Exhale and curl the barbell up towards your shoulders, keeping your upper arms stationary.

Step 4

Pause for a moment at the top, squeezing your biceps.

Step 5

Inhale and slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position, fully extending your arms.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

biceps

Secondary muscles

forearms

Primary body parts

biceps

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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