▸ Arms
Close-Grip Standing Barbell Curl
BicepsBarbell
beginner · isolation · strength
Also works: Forearms
A biceps movement in the Bikkel catalog. Load it into a routine and log every working set — weight, reps and rest tracked like an equipment readout.
▸ How to
Own the movement
Step-by-step form cues to get you started. Dial in the exact working weights and rep targets inside the app.
01
Hold a barbell with both hands, palms up and a few inches apart.
02
Stand with your torso straight and your head up. Your feet should be about shoulder width and your elbows close to your torso. This will be your starting position. Tip: You will keep your upper arms and elbows stationary throughout the movement.
03
Curl the bar up in a semicircular motion until the forearms touch your biceps. Exhale as you perform this portion of the movement and contract your biceps hard for a second at the top. Tip: Avoid bending the back or using swinging motions as you lift the weight. Only the forearms should move.
04
Slowly go back down to the starting position as you inhale.
05
Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.