Classification
Type | basic |
Mechanics | isolated |
Direction | pull |
Equipment | barbell |
Additional Equipment | - |
Instructions
Preparation
Grasp barbell with with shoulderwide overhand grip and hold it in front of thighs. Keep upper arms close to body and hold elbows to sides.Execution
Fully flex arms to raise barbell toward chest. Keep elbows in position. Return, keep arms slightly flexed. Repeat.Variations / Comments
At top of motion allow elbows to travel only slightly forward.![Barbell Curl, Reverse | Starting Position Barbell Curl, Reverse Starting Position](/data/exercisefiles/94/1094.jpg)
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![Barbell Curl, Reverse | Ending Position Barbell Curl, Reverse Ending Position](/data/exercisefiles/95/1095.jpg)
Muscles
Target | Brachioradialis |
Synergist | Brachialis | Biceps Brachii |
Stabilizers | Deltoid, Anterior | Trapezius, Upper | Trapezius, Middle | Wrist Extensors |
![Barbell Curl, Reverse | Muscles Front Barbell Curl, Reverse Muscles Front](/data/musclemaps/5/605.jpg)
Front
![Barbell Curl, Reverse | Muscles Rear Barbell Curl, Reverse Muscles Rear](/data/musclemaps/6/606.jpg)
Rear
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