Barbell curl is one of the top exercises for biceps. Performing this exercise you will definitely gain the following attributes to your biceps: size, definition, strength, stamina! ALWAYS remember to ensure that your elbows remain stationary and to the sides of your body during the entire exercise. Remember that the bar must move smoothly, without jerky movements! Use proper weight to do 8-16 (depending of the program you use) reps. This is one of the main exercises for biceps so Barbell Curls should be done first if you are a beginner in bodybuilding.
This is the right technique to do Barbell Curl:
- Start in a standing position with your feet shoulder width apart and your knees relaxed.
- Grab a barbell with underhand grip – shoulder width apart.
- Stand upright and let the bar hang in front of your thighs.
- Bend at your elbows to curl the bar to shoulder level.
- Pause momentarily at this top position.
- Slowly lower the bar back to the starting position.
