How to do the Barbell Biceps Curl (with Arm Blaster)
Barbell Biceps Curl (with Arm Blaster) is an intermediate single-joint isolation pulling exercise targeting the Biceps in the Upper Arms region. Performed using barbell, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Forearms.
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Barbell Biceps Curl (with Arm Blaster) at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Biceps
- Secondary muscles
- Forearms
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Level
- Intermediate
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Pull
Barbell Biceps Curl (with Arm Blaster) step by step
- 1Stand up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell with an underhand grip, palms facing up.
- 2Place your upper arms against the arm blaster, keeping your elbows close to your torso.
- 3Keeping your upper arms stationary, exhale and curl the weights while contracting your biceps.
- 4Continue to raise the barbell until your biceps are fully contracted and the bar is at shoulder level.
- 5Hold the contracted position for a brief pause as you squeeze your biceps.
- 6Inhale and slowly begin to lower the barbell back to the starting position.
- 7Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Barbell Biceps Curl (with Arm Blaster) — questions
What muscles does the Barbell Biceps Curl (with Arm Blaster) work?
The Barbell Biceps Curl (with Arm Blaster) primarily targets the Biceps. It also recruits the Forearms as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Barbell Biceps Curl (with Arm Blaster)?
You need barbell. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.
Is the Barbell Biceps Curl (with Arm Blaster) suitable for beginners?
It is classed as intermediate. Build the movement pattern with an easier variation first, then add load once the technique holds under fatigue.
What can I do instead of the Barbell Biceps Curl (with Arm Blaster)?
Barbell Alternate Biceps Curl, Barbell Curl, Barbell Drag Curl train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.
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