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Barbell Standing Concentration Curl

Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Barbell Standing Concentration Curl.

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About this exercise

The barbell standing concentration curl is a focused biceps exercise performed in a bent-over stance. By bracing the upper arms against the thighs, elbow movement is minimized and the biceps are forced to perform the curl in strict isolation. Using a barbell allows for heavier loading than a dumbbell concentration curl while still providing the same concentrated muscle tension.

How to Perform

  • Load a barbell with an appropriate weight and stand with feet shoulder-width apart
  • Hinge forward at the hips until your torso is roughly parallel to the floor
  • Grip the barbell with an underhand grip, hands about shoulder-width apart
  • Rest or brace the back of your upper arms against the inside of your thighs to stabilize
  • Curl the barbell upward by flexing the elbows, keeping the upper arms stationary
  • Squeeze the biceps hard at the top of the movement
  • Lower the barbell slowly back to full arm extension
  • Repeat for the desired number of reps

Muscle Activation

Primary
Biceps
Secondary
Outer forearm

Common Mistakes

Common mistakes content is coming soon.

About the Barbell Standing Concentration Curl

The Barbell Standing Concentration Curl is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.

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