Barbell Standing Wide-grip Curl

Barbell Standing Wide-grip Curl demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Hold the barbell with a grip that is wider than shoulder width
  • 2Raise the barbell until it is chest height, keeping your elbows stationary
  • 3Draw your shoulder blades back and flex your biceps as the barbell comes up
  • 4Lower the barbell back to the start in a controlled manner
  • 5Repeat the process for your deciding number of repetitions

Tips:

  • Keep your feet around hip width apart for stability
  • Avoid using your back or shoulders to lift the bar, focus on your biceps
  • Avoid fully extending your arms at the bottom of the motion to maintain tension on the biceps
  • Control the motion, don't allow the weight to drop quickly

Barbell Standing Wide-grip Curl Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs