Barbell Seated Close-Grip Concentration Curl demonstration
Equipmentbarbell
Difficultyintermediate
bicepsupper arms

Barbell Seated Close-Grip Concentration Curl

The barbell seated close-grip concentration curl is an isolation exercise targeting the biceps, performed while seated with a barbell using a close grip. It emphasizes strict form and biceps contraction by bracing the upper arms against the inner thighs.

Step-by-Step Form & Technique

  1. 1.Sit on a bench with your feet flat on the floor and hold a barbell with an underhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart.
  2. 2.Rest your upper arms against your inner thighs, just above your knees, and let the barbell hang down in front of you.
  3. 3.Keeping your upper arms stationary, exhale and curl the barbell up towards your shoulders, contracting your biceps.
  4. 4.Hold the contracted position for a brief pause, then inhale and slowly lower the barbell back down to the starting position.
  5. 5.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Secondary Muscles

forearms

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