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Lying High Bench Barbell Curl

Exercise Data

Type: Strength
Main Muscle Worked: Biceps
Equipment: Barbell
Mechanics Type: Isolation
Level: Intermediate
Sport: No
Force: Pull
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Lying High Bench Barbell Curl Guide

Main Muscle: Biceps

  1. Lie face forward on a tall flat bench while holding a barbell with a supinated grip (palms facing up). Tip: If you are holding a barbell grab it using a shoulder-width grip and if you are using an E-Z Bar grab it on the inner handles. Your upper body should be positioned in a way that the upper chest is over the end of the bench and the barbell is hanging in front of you with the arms extended and perpendicular to the floor. This will be your starting position.
  2. While keeping the elbows in and the upper arms stationary, curl the weight up in a semi-circular motion as you contract the biceps and exhale. Hold at the top of the movement for a second.
  3. As you inhale, slowly go back to the starting position. Tip: Maintain full control of the weight at all times and avoid any swinging. Remember, only the forearms should move throughout the movement.
  4. Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Variations: If no tall bench is available you can opt for an adjustable bench and you can place it at an incline that allows you to have your arms fully extended without the bar touching the floor.

You can also perform the exercise using dumbbells.



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