Barbell Standing Wide-Grip Biceps Curl
Expert Advice
Maintain a slight bend in your elbows at the bottom of the movement to keep constant tension on the biceps.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand up straight with a barbell held at a wide grip, palms facing up.
- Keep your elbows close to your torso and curl the barbell up towards your shoulders while exhaling.
- Lower the barbell back to the starting position while inhaling.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Barbell Standing Wide-Grip Biceps Curl primarily targets the Biceps, with Strength mechanics using Barbell. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Biceps100%
Equipment
Barbell
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Barbell Standing Wide-Grip Biceps Curl work?
Barbell Standing Wide-Grip Biceps Curl primarily targets the Biceps. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Barbell.
How many sets and reps should I do for Barbell Standing Wide-Grip Biceps Curl?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Barbell Standing Wide-Grip Biceps Curl suitable for beginners?
Barbell Standing Wide-Grip Biceps Curl is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
