Forearm EZ-Bar Curl Close Grip
Close EZ-bar grip pronates wrist slightly for maximum forearm flexor activation
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At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: Forearms, Brachioradialis. Secondary: Brachialis, Wrists |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Arms |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Strength · Curl |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 15 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~60 kcal |
How to do it
- hold an EZ bar with a close overhand grip and bring the weight all the way down and all the way up
Equipment
- EZ curl bar optional
Coaching tips
Benefits
Close EZ-bar grip pronates wrist slightly for maximum forearm flexor activation
Common mistakes
Lifting elbows; jerking the bar up
Make it harder
Slow eccentric; increase weight
Make it easier
Reduce weight; wider grip
Breathing
Exhale on contraction, inhale on release
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