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EZ Barbell Curl

Category
Upper Arms
Equipment
EZ Barbell
Target
Biceps

The EZ bar's zigzag grip takes some of the wrist strain out of a standard barbell curl, which is why a lot of lifters prefer it once wrist discomfort becomes an issue. Mechanically it trains the biceps almost identically to a straight-bar curl. It's a small equipment swap that makes a heavy accessory lift a lot more comfortable to load.

How to Do the EZ Barbell Curl

  1. Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart, gripping the EZ bar underhand with palms turned up.
  2. Keep your elbows tucked against your torso and your upper arms locked in place through the whole movement.
  3. Breathe out as you curl the bar up toward your shoulders, squeezing the biceps.
  4. Pause momentarily at the top, then breathe in as you lower the bar back down slowly.
  5. Complete your planned set count, emphasizing full range of motion and strong peak contraction in the biceps.

Calorie Burn & Set Tracker

Sets
3
Reps / Set
10
Active Timer
00:00
Estimated Burn
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Muscles Worked

The EZ Barbell Curl primarily targets the Biceps, with Forearms as the primary synergist muscle group.

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Equipment Alternatives

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FAQ

What muscles does the EZ Barbell Curl work?
The EZ Barbell Curl primarily targets the biceps, with the forearms as the main supporting muscle group.
What equipment do I need for the EZ Barbell Curl?
The EZ Barbell Curl is done with a ez barbell.
What's a good alternative to the EZ Barbell Curl?
If you don't have access to a ez barbell, the Biceps Leg Concentration Curl targets the same biceps using body weight instead.