Probably the most used bicep exercise. A simple but effective weight training regime, the barbell curl directly targets the bicep to add both size and strength to the whole muscle, with typically more loading than other bicep workouts. This is a foundational bicep exercise, ideal for building an initial level of mass to enable you to lay the platform for more elaborate exercises.
To correctly complete a barbell curl, follow the steps below for maximum efficiency.
- Hold the barbell with an underhand grip, slightly more than shoulder width apart
- Raise your chest and expose the bicep by pulling your shoulders back with your elbows located under the shoulders and just in front of the ribs
- Curl the barbell up using the biceps, keeping your posture straight, keeping your elbows to the side of your body