How to do the Ez Bar Seated Close Grip Concentration Curl
Ez Bar Seated Close Grip Concentration Curl is an intermediate single-joint isolation pulling exercise targeting the Biceps in the Upper Arms region. Performed using ez barbell, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Forearms.
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Ez Bar Seated Close Grip Concentration Curl at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Biceps
- Secondary muscles
- Forearms
- Equipment
- Ez Barbell
- Level
- Intermediate
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Pull
Ez Bar Seated Close Grip Concentration Curl step by step
- 1Sit on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and hold an EZ barbell with an underhand grip.
- 2Rest your elbow on the inside of your thigh, just above the knee.
- 3Curl the barbell up towards your shoulder while keeping your upper arm stationary.
- 4Squeeze your biceps at the top of the movement, then slowly lower the barbell back down to the starting position.
- 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Ez Bar Seated Close Grip Concentration Curl — questions
What muscles does the Ez Bar Seated Close Grip Concentration Curl work?
The Ez Bar Seated Close Grip Concentration Curl primarily targets the Biceps. It also recruits the Forearms as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Ez Bar Seated Close Grip Concentration Curl?
You need ez barbell. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.
Is the Ez Bar Seated Close Grip 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 Ez Bar Seated Close Grip Concentration Curl?
Ez Barbell Close Grip Preacher Curl, Ez Barbell Close-grip Curl, Ez 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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