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Barbell Reverse Spider Curl

The Barbell Reverse Spider 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. Set an incline bench to a steep angle and lie face down with your chest supported and arms hanging straight down.
  2. Grip the barbell with a shoulder-width overhand (pronated) grip, palms facing the floor.
  3. Keep your elbows slightly in front of your shoulders and fully extend your arms.
  4. Curl the barbell upward toward your shoulders by bending your elbows while keeping your upper arms stationary.
  5. Squeeze your biceps at the top of the movement.
  6. Slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position under full control.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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