Barbell Curls Lying Against An Incline

Improve biceps power and posture using a barbell.

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Instructions

  1. Lie down slowly against an incline bench, with your arms holding a barbell and hanging down in a horizontal line. This will be your starting position. for best results.
  2. While keeping the upper arms stationary, curl the weight up as high as you can while squeezing the biceps. Breathe out as you perform this portion of the movement. Tip: Only the forearms should move. Do not swing the arms. for best results.
  3. After a second contraction, slowly go back to the starting position as you inhale. Tip: Make sure that you go all of the way down. for best results.
  4. Repeat this exercise for the recommended amount of repetitions. for best results.

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