How to do it
Set your shoulders down away from the ears before the first rep.
- 1
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding an EZ barbell with a shoulder-width grip.
- 2
With elbows stationary, curl the bar towards your chest.
- 3
Squeeze your biceps at the top of the curl.
- 4
Slowly lower the bar back to the starting position.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Focus on a full range of motion and control the weight throughout the exercise to effectively work the biceps.
Common mistakes
- ✕Letting the elbows drift forward
- ✕Curling the wrists inward at the top
- ✕Rising onto the toes during the curl