How to do it
Maintain a firm grip on the V-bar throughout the full range of motion.
- 1
Attach a V-bar to a low pulley and stand facing the machine.
- 2
Grasp the V-bar with an underhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart.
- 3
Curl the bar towards your chest while keeping your upper arms stationary.
- 4
Slowly lower the bar back to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Stand with a slight forward lean and keep your elbows stationary to isolate the forearm muscles during the curl.
Common mistakes
- ✕Leaning back to heave the weight up
- ✕Flexing wrists forward during the curl
- ✕Bouncing at the bottom of each rep