Classification
Type | basic |
Mechanics | isolated |
Direction | pull |
Equipment | barbell |
Additional Equipment | flat bench |
Instructions
Preparation
Grasp barbell with shoulderwise underhand grip and sit on bench with feet apart. Lean forward and place elbows against inner thighs.Execution
Flex arms to raise barbell toward shoulders. Keep elbows in position. Return, keep arms slightly flexed. Repeat.Variations / Comments
Concentration curls have to be done slowly, don't pull shoulders back. Avoid any swinging of torso.![Barbell Concentration Curl | Starting Position Barbell Concentration Curl Starting Position](/data/exercisefiles/34/1134.jpg)
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![Barbell Concentration Curl | Ending Position Barbell Concentration Curl Ending Position](/data/exercisefiles/35/1135.jpg)
Muscles
Target | Brachialis |
Synergist | Biceps Brachii | Brachioradialis |
Stabilizers | Deltoid, Anterior | Pectoralis Major, Sternal | Pectoralis Major, Clavicular | Erector Spinae | Hip Adductors |
![Barbell Concentration Curl | Muscles Front Barbell Concentration Curl Muscles Front](/data/musclemaps/25/625.jpg)
Front
![Barbell Concentration Curl | Muscles Rear Barbell Concentration Curl Muscles Rear](/data/musclemaps/26/626.jpg)
Rear
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