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Exercise 0447 · REF 6TG6x2w

EZ Barbell Curl exercise animation

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 up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold the ez barbell with an underhand grip, palms facing up.
  2. Keep your elbows close to your torso and your upper arms stationary throughout the movement.
  3. Exhale as you curl the barbell up towards your shoulders, contracting your biceps.
  4. Pause for a moment at the top, then inhale as you slowly lower the barbell back down to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles Worked

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

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Equipment Alternatives

Don't have ez barbell? These target the same biceps with different equipment.

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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.