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Wide-Grip Standing Barbell Curl

Wide-Grip Standing Barbell Curl is a beginner isolation barbell exercise that mainly works your biceps.

💪 Biceps🏋️ Barbell📈 Beginner🔗 Isolation🎯 3 sets of 10-15 reps
Wide-Grip Standing Barbell Curl: starting position
Starting position
Wide-Grip Standing Barbell Curl: end position
End position

How to do the wide-grip standing barbell curl

  1. Stand up with your torso upright while holding a barbell at the wide outer handle. The palm of your hands should be facing forward. The elbows should be close to the torso. This will be your starting position.
  2. While holding the upper arms stationary, curl the weights forward while contracting the biceps as you breathe out. Tip: Only the forearms should move.
  3. Continue the movement until your biceps are fully contracted and the bar is at shoulder level. Hold the contracted position for a second and squeeze the biceps hard.
  4. Slowly begin to bring the bar back to starting position as your breathe in.
  5. Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Primary: Biceps

Sets and reps

Do 3 sets of 10-15 reps with 60-90 seconds of rest, using a weight you can control through the full range. Add reps first, then weight.

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Wide-Grip Standing Barbell Curl alternatives

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FAQ

What muscles does the wide-grip standing barbell curl work?

It mainly works your biceps.

How many sets and reps of wide-grip standing barbell curl should I do?

Do 3 sets of 10-15 reps with 60-90 seconds of rest, using a weight you can control through the full range. Add reps first, then weight.

Is the wide-grip standing barbell curl good for beginners?

Yes. It is a beginner-friendly movement: start light and focus on the form steps above.

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