How to Do Barbell Single Arm Biceps Curl

Barbell Single Arm 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 Single Arm Biceps Curl

  1. 01Grip the center of a barbell with one hand using an underhand grip while standing with a wide base.
  2. 02Find the balance point of the bar and let it hang at arm's length against the thigh.
  3. 03Curl the barbell toward the shoulder by flexing the elbow, ensuring the bar stays perfectly horizontal.
  4. 04Contract the opposite side obliques to prevent the torso from leaning toward the weighted side.
  5. 05Lower the bar slowly back to the starting position before switching to the other arm.

Same guidance shown inside the A90 app

02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Barbell Single Arm 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

Squeeze the handle of the barbell as hard as possible to increase peak tension in the biceps through irradiation.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Barbell Single Arm Biceps Curl questions

What muscles does Barbell Single Arm Biceps Curl work?

Barbell Single Arm 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 Single Arm Biceps Curl correctly?

Grip the center of a barbell with one hand using an underhand grip while standing with a wide base. Find the balance point of the bar and let it hang at arm's length against the thigh. Curl the barbell toward the shoulder by flexing the elbow, ensuring the bar stays perfectly horizontal. Contract the opposite side obliques to prevent the torso from leaning toward the weighted side. Lower the bar slowly back to the starting position before switching to the other arm.

What is the A90 coach tip for Barbell Single Arm Biceps Curl?

Squeeze the handle of the barbell as hard as possible to increase peak tension in the biceps through irradiation.

Is Barbell Single Arm Biceps Curl suitable for beginners?

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

What equipment do you need for Barbell Single Arm Biceps Curl?

Barbell Single Arm Biceps Curl uses barbell.

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