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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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