Barbell Drag Curl
Target Muscle
Secondary Muscles
Equipment
Keep your elbows close to your torso at all times. This will be your starting position.
As you breathe out, curl the weights while keeping the barbell close to your body. Continue to raise the weight until your biceps are fully contracted and the bar is at shoulder level. Hold the contracted position for a brief moment as you squeeze your biceps.
Slowly begin to bring the barbell back to the starting position as your breathe in.
Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
Pro Tip
**Correct Grip**: Hold the barbell with a shoulder-width grip. Your palms should be facing forward, and your hands should not be too close or too far apart. A common mistake is to use a grip that's too wide, which can strain your wrists and reduce the effectiveness of the exercise. **Controlled Movement**: Lift the barbell by bending your elbows and dragging it up your body until it reaches your chest. Make sure to keep the barbell close to your body throughout the movement. Avoid the mistake of moving the barbell away from your body, as this puts unnecessary strain on your shoulders and reduces the focus on your biceps. **Steady Pace**: Avoid rushing the exercise. Lift and lower the barbell at a