BICEPS · BARBELL

How to do the ez bar biceps curl

The ez bar biceps curl trains your biceps. Here is how to do it with good form.

EZ Bar Biceps Curl illustration

Step by step

  1. Load an EZ (curved) bar and grab it with an even underhand grip (palms facing forward).
  2. Stand tall with your feet in a comfortable stance, knees bent slightly, and shoulders retracted.
  3. Take a breath and lift the bar by engaging your biceps.
  4. Move the weight up until your wrists are slightly higher than your elbows and breathe out.
  5. Pause for a moment and extend your arms as you breathe in.

Muscles worked

PrimaryBiceps
EquipmentBarbell

Sets and reps

Strength3–5 sets of 3–6 reps, 2–3 min rest
Muscle growth3–4 sets of 8–12 reps, 1–2 min rest
Muscular endurance2–3 sets of 15–20 reps, 30–60 s rest

Pick the row that matches your goal. Add weight or reps once every set feels controlled, and log each set so you can see the trend.

Programs that use the ez bar biceps curl

Track your progress

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