How to do it
Grip the bar at shoulder width with wrists straight.
- 1
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart holding a barbell with an underhand grip.
- 2
Lean forward slightly, keeping your back straight.
- 3
Curl the barbell towards your chest, keeping your upper arms stationary.
- 4
Lower the barbell with control back to the starting position.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your elbow close to your body to maximize bicep engagement and prevent swinging the weight.
Common mistakes
- ✕Swinging the barbell with body momentum
- ✕Leaning the torso too far forward
- ✕Dropping the barbell quickly on the descent