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Visual demonstration of the Barbell Wide Grip Biceps Curl exercise

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Beginner

Difficulty
Beginner
Movement type
Strength
Primary muscles
Biceps
Secondary muscles
Forearms
Equipment
Barbell
Exercise guide

Barbell Wide Grip Biceps Curl

4 steps Updated 29/08/2026

Barbell Wide Grip Biceps Curl is a free weights exercise targeting Biceps (Biceps Brachii) using Barbell.

Step by step

How to perform it

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell with an underhand grip (palms facing up), hands placed wider than shoulder-width apart, arms hanging straight.
  2. Curl the barbell upward towards your shoulders by bending your elbows. Keeping your upper arms stationary and close to your body.
  3. Continue lifting the barbell until your biceps are fully contracted and the bar is at shoulder level.
  4. Slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position by extending your arms fully. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Barbell Wide Grip Biceps Curl

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