Barbell Standing Close Grip Curl (female)

Barbell Standing Close Grip Curl demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand upright, hold the barbell at a close grip with your arms extended
  • 2Slowly curl the barbell up, keeping your elbows stationary and near your body
  • 3Curl until your biceps are fully contracted and the barbell is at shoulder level
  • 4Hold the contracted position for a brief pause
  • 5Lower the barbell to the starting position in a controlled manner

Tips:

  • Avoid using your back or shoulders to lift the weight, the movement should only come from your elbows
  • Avoid completely locking your elbows at the bottom
  • Keep your wrists straight and firm during the curl
  • Control the weight on the way down to provide resistance to the biceps

Barbell Standing Close Grip Curl Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs