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Barbell Biceps Curl Wide Grip Standing

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Barbell Biceps Curl Wide Grip Standing Overview

The barbell biceps curl wide grip standing workout is designed to primarily target the biceps muscles.

During this exercise, a barbell is used to perform the curling motion, effectively engaging the biceps.

While other muscles such as the forearms and shoulders are also involved, the focus remains on the biceps.

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Barbell Biceps Curl Wide Grip Standing Instructions

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and grip the barbell with your palms facing forward, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  2. Keep your back straight, engage your core, and lift the barbell up towards your chest, bending your elbows.
  3. As you lift, keep your upper arms stationary, only allowing your forearms to move.
  4. Continue lifting until your biceps are fully contracted and the barbell is at shoulder level.
  5. Slowly lower the barbell back down to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
  6. Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions.

Barbell Biceps Curl Wide Grip Standing Tips

  1. Start with a wide grip on the barbell, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart, to target the outer head of the biceps.
  2. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, keeping your back straight and core engaged throughout the exercise.
  3. Slowly curl the barbell up towards your shoulders, focusing on squeezing your biceps at the top of the movement.
  4. Avoid swinging your body or using momentum to lift the weight; maintain strict form and control the movement at all times.
  5. Lower the barbell back down to the starting position in a controlled manner, fully extending your arms and feeling a stretch in your biceps.
  6. Perform the exercise with a weight that allows you to complete 8-12 reps with proper form, gradually increasing the weight as you get stronger.

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