EZ Bar Bicep Curl
Exercise Information
- Alternative Names: Standing EZ bar biceps curl, EZ curl
- Type: Strength
- Experience Level: Beginner
- Equipment: EZ curl bar
- Muscles Targeted: Biceps
- Mechanics: Isolation
- Average Number of Sets: 3-4 with 6-10 reps each
- Variations: Close grip EZ bar biceps curl
- Alternative: Barbell curl, dumbbell alternate bicep curl
The EZ bar bicep curl keeps your wrists stronger and more stable than the straight bar and dumbbell versions because of its undulating middle section that allows you to hold the bar with a semi-supinated grip. It helps you to isolate the biceps while keeping your wrists in the strongest position and holding the bar with a joint-friendly grip.
EZ Bar Bicep Curl Exercise Information
- Alternative Names: Standing EZ bar biceps curl, EZ curl
- Type: Strength
- Experience Level: Beginner
- Equipment: EZ curl bar
- Muscles Targeted: Biceps
- Mechanics: Isolation
- Average Number of Sets: 3-4 with 6-10 reps each
- Variations: Close grip EZ bar biceps curl
- Alternative: Barbell curl, dumbbell alternate bicep curl
How to do EZ Bar Bicep Curl
Stand upright with a hip-width stance and hold the EZ bar near its wide outer handle with the palms facing forward. Continue to lift the bar until you achieve full contraction and then hold the position for 1-2 seconds while squeezing your biceps. Gradually lower the EZ bar back to the initial position.
Standing EZ Bar Biceps Curl Tips
- Keep your elbows tucked in near the torso throughout the exercise.
- Use an EZ bar attached to a low pulley for a better contraction at the top of the motion.
Variation with Close Grip
The close grip version is performed in the same way as the basic version except that you hold the bar with a closer grip at the inner handle.
Alternative Exercise
- Barbell Curl
- Dumbbell Alternate Bicep Curl