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Barbell Lap Curl

The Barbell Lap Curl is a barbell exercise that targets the biceps, with the forearms assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.

Target muscles
Biceps
Also works
Forearms
Equipment
Barbell
Body part
Upper arms

Step by step

  1. Sit on a bench with your feet flat on the floor and place a barbell across your lap.
  2. Grip the bar with a shoulder-width underhand (supinated) grip.
  3. Keep your torso upright, chest lifted, and elbows resting lightly against your thighs.
  4. Curl the barbell upward toward your chest by contracting your biceps.
  5. Squeeze your biceps at the top of the movement.
  6. Lower the barbell back onto your lap in a slow and controlled motion.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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