Classification
Type | auxiliary |
Mechanics | isolated |
Direction | pull |
Equipment | barbell |
Additional Equipment | preacher bench |
Instructions
Preparation
Graps barbell with shouderwide underhand grip and place upper arms against vertical side of preacher bench. Lean chest against other side and keep arms slightly flexed.Execution
Curl barbell up until arms are fully lexed. Slowly return, keep arms slightly flexed. Repeat.Variations / Comments
Keep torso in position. Donīt pull shoulders back.Spider curls allow greater range of motion than preacher curls and create higher tension during fully flexed arm position.
Starting Position
Ending Position
Muscles
Target | Brachialis |
Synergist | Biceps Brachii | Brachioradialis |
Stabilizers | Wrist Flexors |
Front
Rear