Platesmith
Log it in Platesmith. The app shows last time's numbers on every set of Barbell Curl, times your rest and tells you when to add weight. Free, with no ads.
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Muscles worked
| Main | Biceps brachii |
| Also | Brachialis, Brachioradialis |
Setup
Pin the elbows to the sides so only the forearms move.
How to do it well
- Stand tall with the bar at arms length
- Curl the bar without moving the elbows
- Lower under control
Common mistakes
- Swinging the torso to lift
- Letting the elbows drift forward
Free programs with Barbell Curl
- Full Body (3 day)
- Upper / Lower (4 day)
- Push / Pull / Legs (3 day)
- Push / Pull / Legs (6 day)
- Hypertrophy Block (4 day)
- Strength Wave (4 day)
Similar exercises
General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.