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Barbell Curl

This is training information, not medical advice.

Barbell Curl starting positionBarbell Curl finishing positionDemo

Primary

Secondary

Equipment

Barbell

Difficulty

Beginner

How to perform

  1. Stand holding a barbell with an underhand grip at the thighs.
  2. Curl the bar up by flexing the elbows without swinging.
  3. Lower until the arms are nearly straight.

Tips

  • Keep elbows close to the torso.
  • Avoid leaning back at the top.

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