Biceps · Barbell

Wide Grip Barbell Curl

Go wide to bias the inner bicep.

Wide Grip Barbell Curl exercise demonstration
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How to do it

  1. Grab the barbell wider than shoulder-width with an underhand grip.
  2. Stand tall with elbows pinned to your sides.
  3. Curl the bar up toward your chest, squeezing the biceps.
  4. Lower slowly to a full stretch.

The one cue that matters

Keep your elbows fixed and your wrists neutral, no swinging.

Muscles worked

The Wide Grip Barbell Curl isolates the Biceps — no passengers. That makes it a clean tool for adding targeted biceps volume without extra fatigue.

FAQ

What muscles does the Wide Grip Barbell Curl work?

The Wide Grip Barbell Curl primarily works the Biceps.

How heavy should I go?

Pick a weight where you finish each set with 1 to 2 clean reps left in the tank. Own the top of your rep range before adding weight.

How many sets and reps of Wide Grip Barbell Curl?

For most lifters 3 to 4 working sets. Pick the rep range that fits your goal and progress the load when the top of the range feels owned.

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