Strength

Top Half Barbell Curl

The Top Half Barbell Curl targets and strengthens the bicep muscles, enhancing endurance. This weight lifting exercise focuses on the upper half of the bicep curl movement, promoting muscle growth through contractions.

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Top Half Barbell Curl instructions

Step-by-step instructions

1

Stand tall holding a barbell at shoulder-width grip, with your arms hanging down in front of you.

2

Bend your elbows and pull the barbell halfway up until it is at about a 90 degree angle.

3

From this position, curl the bar upwards towards your chest, making sure to keep your elbows stationary.

4

Squeeze your biceps for a second at the top end of the movement.

5

Slowly return to the halfway point and repeat for the recommended number of repetitions.

Stand tall holding a barbell at shoulder-width grip, with your arms hanging down in front of you.

Bend your elbows and pull the barbell halfway up until it is at about a 90 degree angle.

From this position, curl the bar upwards towards your chest, making sure to keep your elbows stationary.

Squeeze your biceps for a second at the top end of the movement.

Slowly return to the halfway point and repeat for the recommended number of repetitions.

Equipment needed

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Bosu

Box

Cables

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Dumbbell

EZ Curl Bar

Hex Bar

Kettlebell

Ladder

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