Barbell Standing Wide-grip Curl

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Learn how to do the Barbell Standing Wide-grip Curl with proper form and technique. This barbell exercise primarily targets your Biceps, with secondary emphasis on Forearms, Shoulders.

Barbell Standing Wide-grip Curl exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Barbell Standing Wide-grip Curl

Follow these steps to perform the Barbell Standing Wide-grip Curl with correct form:

  1. 1Stand up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell with an overhand grip, hands wider than shoulder-width apart.
  2. 2Let the barbell hang at arm's length in front of your thighs, with your palms facing away from your body.
  3. 3Keeping your upper arms stationary, exhale and curl the barbell upward by contracting your biceps.
  4. 4Continue to raise the barbell until your biceps are fully contracted and the barbell is at shoulder level.
  5. 5Hold the contracted position for a brief pause as you squeeze your biceps.
  6. 6Inhale and slowly begin to lower the barbell back to the starting position.
  7. 7Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Barbell Standing Wide-grip Curl Muscles Worked

Primary

biceps

Secondary

forearmsshoulders

Exercise Details

Equipment
barbell
Body Part
upper arms
Category
Extended

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does the Barbell Standing Wide-grip Curl work?

The Barbell Standing Wide-grip Curl primarily targets your Biceps. Secondary muscles worked include Forearms, Shoulders. This makes it an effective exercise for developing your upper arms.

What equipment do I need for the Barbell Standing Wide-grip Curl?

The Barbell Standing Wide-grip Curl requires barbell. Make sure your equipment is properly set up and you have enough space to perform the movement with full range of motion.

How do I perform the Barbell Standing Wide-grip Curl with proper form?

Start by stand up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell with an overhand grip, hands wider than shoulder-width apart.. Let the barbell hang at arm's length in front of your thighs, with your palms facing away from your body. Keeping your upper arms stationary, exhale and curl the barbell upward by contracting your biceps. Focus on controlled movement throughout the entire range of motion. See the full step-by-step instructions above for complete form guidance.

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