Ez Bar Seated Close Grip Concentration Curl

Description

This exercise involves sitting on a bench and using an EZ bar with a close grip to curl the weight towards your chest, focusing on contracting the biceps. It is a great isolation exercise for building arm strength and size.

Muscle Group

Upper Arms

Equipment Required

EZ Barbell

Ez Bar Seated Close Grip Concentration Curl Instructions

Start by sitting on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and your back straight.
Hold the EZ bar with an underhand grip, with your hands close together in the center of the bar.
Rest your elbows on the inside of your thighs, with your arms extended down and the bar hanging in front of you.
Curl the bar up towards your chest, keeping your elbows stationary and close to your body.
Pause at the top of the movement, squeezing your biceps.
Slowly lower the bar back down to the starting position.
Repeat for the desired number of reps.

Ez Bar Seated Close Grip Concentration Curl Form & Visual

Ez Bar Seated Close Grip Concentration Curl Benefits

Targets the biceps brachii muscle, helping to increase arm strength and size
Allows for a more isolated bicep workout, as the close grip and seated position limit the involvement of other muscles
Reduces strain on the wrists and forearms compared to traditional bicep curls
Can be easily modified by adjusting the weight or number of reps to suit individual fitness levels
Provides a challenging workout for those looking to switch up their bicep routine