EZ-Bar Curl Wide Grip
Wide grip targets the long head of the bicep for outer arm thickness
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At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: Biceps (Long Head). Secondary: Brachialis, Forearms |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Arms |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Strength · Curl |
| Sets & reps | 4 sets × 12 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~70 kcal |
How to do it
- hold an EZ bar with a wide underhand grip and bring the weight all the way down and all the way up
Equipment
- EZ curl bar optional
Coaching tips
Benefits
Wide grip targets the long head of the bicep for outer arm thickness
Common mistakes
Elbow drift; incomplete range of motion
Make it harder
Slow eccentric; increase weight
Make it easier
Reduce weight; use close grip
Breathing
Exhale on contraction, inhale on release
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