Bicep Curl

5/8/2006 12:00:00 AM | General

Muscles Used	Biceps
Movement Classification	Pull
Modality Choices	Barbell, Dumbbell, Machine, Manual Resistance, Plate
Starting Position	Hold barbell with an underhand grip, hand about shoulder width apart. Stand with feet shoulder width apart, arms hang down so barbell is in front of thighs. Stand up tall, abs pulled in and knees relaxed. You could also sit with arms hanging over a preacher curl bench with arms fully extended.
Description	Bend arms and curl the bar up to your shoulders. Pause momentarily and then recover to the starting position.
Spotting	Be prepared to assist at the movement arm of the machine or at the weights.
Points To Emphasize	1. Don't rock back and forth 2. Keep knees relaxed 3. When lowering the bar, lower under control to where your arms are almost straight