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Barbell curl: how to do it
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Grip the bar shoulder-width
Starting position
Stand with feet hip-width apart and hold the bar by your thighs with palms forward and hands shoulder-width apart.
The movement
Bend your elbows and lift the bar toward your shoulders, then lower it with control until your arms are straight.
Most common mistake
Don't swing your body or push your elbows forward, keep your upper arms still by your sides.
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