How to do the Barbell Standing Concentration Curl
Barbell Standing Concentration Curl 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.
Barbell Standing Concentration Curl demonstration · © GymiaFit
Barbell Standing Concentration Curl at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Biceps
- Secondary muscles
- Forearms
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Level
- Intermediate
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Pull
Barbell Standing Concentration Curl step by step
- 1Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell in one hand, palm facing up.
- 2Rest your opposite hand on your thigh for support.
- 3Keeping your upper arm stationary, exhale and curl the weight up towards your shoulder.
- 4Pause for a moment at the top, squeezing your biceps.
- 5Inhale and slowly lower the weight back down to the starting position.
- 6Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch arms.
Barbell Standing Concentration Curl — questions
What muscles does the Barbell Standing Concentration Curl work?
The Barbell Standing Concentration Curl primarily targets the Biceps. It also recruits the Forearms as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Barbell Standing Concentration Curl?
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 Standing Concentration Curl 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 Standing Concentration Curl?
Barbell Alternate Biceps Curl, Barbell Biceps Curl (with Arm Blaster), Barbell 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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