How to Do Barbell Biceps Curl

Barbell Biceps Curl is a biceps exercise using barbell, listed as intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Primary muscle

Biceps

Equipment

Barbell

Difficulty

Intermediate

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Barbell Biceps Curl

  1. 01Stand with feet shoulder-width apart holding a barbell with an underhand grip.
  2. 02Tuck the elbows into the waist and brace the core to prevent the torso from rocking.
  3. 03Curl the barbell toward the shoulders by flexing the elbows while keeping the wrists neutral.
  4. 04Lower the barbell back to the starting position until the arms are fully extended at the thighs.

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02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Barbell Biceps Curl

Primary Stabiliser Inactive

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Primary movers

  • Biceps Bends the elbow and curls weight toward the shoulder.

Stabilisers

  • Core Stabilises the spine and transfers force.
  • Lower back Stabilises the spine during lifts and bends.
  • Forearms Grips and stabilises the wrist under load.

03 / A90 Coach

A90 Coach tip

Keep the elbows pinned to the side of the ribs to prevent the anterior deltoids from assisting the lift.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Barbell Biceps Curl questions

What muscles does Barbell Biceps Curl work?

Barbell Biceps Curl is catalogued as a biceps exercise in A90 Training Club, with the biceps as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Barbell Biceps Curl correctly?

Stand with feet shoulder-width apart holding a barbell with an underhand grip. Tuck the elbows into the waist and brace the core to prevent the torso from rocking. Curl the barbell toward the shoulders by flexing the elbows while keeping the wrists neutral. Lower the barbell back to the starting position until the arms are fully extended at the thighs.

What is the A90 coach tip for Barbell Biceps Curl?

Keep the elbows pinned to the side of the ribs to prevent the anterior deltoids from assisting the lift.

Is Barbell Biceps Curl suitable for beginners?

Barbell Biceps Curl is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

What equipment do you need for Barbell Biceps Curl?

Barbell Biceps Curl uses barbell.

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