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Barbell standing reverse grip curl

Beginner

Barbell standing reverse grip curl is a isolation barbell exercise for the biceps, also working the forearms.

What it works

Primary muscle

Biceps

Also works

Forearms

Equipment
Barbell
Type
Isolation · Pull
Logged as
Weight × reps
Suggested rest
90 seconds

How to do it

  1. 1Stand up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell with an underhand grip, palms facing up.
  2. 2Keep your elbows close to your torso and your upper arms stationary.
  3. 3Exhale and curl the weights while contracting your biceps, bringing the barbell as close to your shoulders as possible.
  4. 4Hold the contracted position for a brief pause as you squeeze your biceps.
  5. 5Inhale and slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position.
  6. 6Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

What to do instead

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Easier variations

  • Biceps leg concentration curlBodyweight
  • Bodyweight side lying biceps curlBodyweight

Harder variations

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  • Dumbbell one arm reverse spider curlDumbbell
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