Close Grip EZ Bar Curl

This Bicep Exercise uses an EZ Curl Bar and Close Grip to Isolate your Biceps

Welcome to our Close Grip EZ Bar Curl Exercise Instruction Guide!

On this page you’ll learn how to do this version of the bicep curl using the correct technique. Below you’ll find pictures, exercise instructions, and tips on how to get the most out of this and other bicep exercises so you can immediately add to your bicep workouts.

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Exercise Summary

Exercise Name:	Close Grip EZ Bar Curl
Main Muscle:	Biceps
Secondary Muscle(s):	Forearms
Exercise Type:	Pull, Isolation
Equipment Required:	EZ Curl Bar

This version of the Bicep Curl utilizes an EZ curl bar and close grip to isolate your biceps.

To Perform This Exercise:

Stand with your feet shoulder width apart, your knees slightly bent and your abs drawn in.
Grasp an EZ bar with an underhand close (4 inch) grip on the innermost part of the bar.
Extend your arms fully so that the bar rests just above your thighs.
While, bending only your elbows, raise the bar to your upper chest.
Pause for a moment and then return to the starting position.

Tips:

Do not swing your hips or back during this exercise.
Concentrate on keeping your elbows in a fixed position.Stand with your back against a wall or post if you are having trouble keeping from swinging.

Variations:

Check out some of our other popular bicep curl variations.

Drag Curl
Lying High Bench Bicep Curl
Preacher Bar Curl

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Final Related Pages:

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All Weight Training Exercises
Bicep Workouts and Tricep Workouts
Best Bicep Exercises
Barbell Exercises / Body Weight Exercises / Cable Exercises / Dumbbell Exercises

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