Biceps exercise · ez barbell
EZ Barbell Reverse Grip Curl
The ez barbell reverse grip curl is an ez barbell exercise that targets the biceps, with the forearms assisting.
- Target muscle
- Biceps
- Also works
- Forearms
- Equipment
- Ez barbell
- Body part
- Upper arms
How to do the ez barbell reverse grip curl
- Stand up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold the ez barbell with an underhand grip.
- Keep your elbows close to your torso and your upper arms stationary throughout the exercise.
- Curl the barbell upwards by contracting your biceps, while exhaling.
- Continue to raise the barbell until your biceps are fully contracted and the barbell is at shoulder level.
- Hold the contracted position for a brief pause as you squeeze your biceps.
- Slowly begin to bring the barbell back to the starting position as you inhale.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Sets and reps
For muscle growth, 3–4 sets of 8–12 reps with 60–90 seconds of rest is a proven starting point. For strength, use a heavier weight for 3–5 sets of 3–6 reps and rest 2–3 minutes. Add a little weight once you hit the top of your rep range on every set.
Muscles worked
The main muscle is the biceps. The forearms work as secondary muscles. See all biceps exercises or every ez bar exercise.
