The barbell curl is a classic strength exercise targeting the bicep, performed by curling a barbell from the thighs to the shoulders while keeping the elbows close to the torso.
Also Works
Forearms
How to Perform
1
Stand up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell with an underhand grip, palms facing forward.
2
Keep your elbows close to your torso and exhale as you curl the weights while contracting your biceps.
3
Continue to raise the bar until your biceps are fully contracted and the bar is at shoulder level.
4
Hold the contracted position for a brief pause as you squeeze your biceps.
5
Inhale as you slowly begin to lower the bar back to the starting position.