Reverse Barbell Curl – Standard Bar

Learn how to do Reverse Barbell Curl – Standard Bar with proper form. Watch the 4K video, see which muscles are worked, and follow step-by-step instructions.

MET 3.5 Biceps Short bar

Reverse Barbell Curl – Standard Bar is a Short bar exercise that primarily targets the Biceps. It has a MET value of 3.5, meaning a 70kg person burns approximately 123 calories in a 30-minute session..

How to Do Reverse Barbell Curl – Standard Bar

A pronated-grip curl targeting the brachialis and forearms, using a straight (standard) barbell.

💡 Instructions:

Stand tall with feet shoulder-width apart, holding the barbell with a pronated grip (palms facing down).
Keep elbows close to your torso and wrists straight.
Curl the bar up toward your shoulders in a controlled motion.
Pause briefly at the top, then lower slowly back to the start.

⚠️ Common mistakes:

Using momentum or swinging the bar.
Letting the elbows drift forward.
Bending the wrists excessively.

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Muscles Worked by Reverse Barbell Curl – Standard Bar

Primary Biceps

Equipment

Short bar

Calories Burned Doing Reverse Barbell Curl – Standard Bar

आपका वज़न

अवधि

मिनट

अनुमानित खपत

123 कैलोरी

कैलोरी = MET × वज़न (kg) × समय (घंटे)

Quick Facts: Reverse Barbell Curl – Standard Bar

Type: Short bar exercise
Primary muscle: Biceps
Secondary muscles: None
MET value: 3.5
Calories (30 min, 70kg): ≈ 123 cal
Video quality: 4K with male and female demonstrations

FAQ: Reverse Barbell Curl – Standard Bar

What muscles does Reverse Barbell Curl – Standard Bar work?

Reverse Barbell Curl – Standard Bar primarily targets the Biceps.

How do you do Reverse Barbell Curl – Standard Bar correctly?

A pronated-grip curl targeting the brachialis and forearms, using a straight (standard) barbell. 💡 Instructions: Stand tall with feet shoulder-width...

Is Reverse Barbell Curl – Standard Bar good for beginners?

Reverse Barbell Curl – Standard Bar has a MET value of 3.5, indicating a moderate intensity exercise appropriate for most fitness levels.

What equipment do you need for Reverse Barbell Curl – Standard Bar?

Reverse Barbell Curl – Standard Bar requires: Short bar.

What are the benefits of Reverse Barbell Curl – Standard Bar?

Reverse Barbell Curl – Standard Bar strengthens the Biceps.

What exercises are similar to Reverse Barbell Curl – Standard Bar?

Similar exercises to Reverse Barbell Curl – Standard Bar include Alternating Dumbbell Curl, Concentration Curl – Dumbbell, Dumbbell Biceps Curl, Dumbbell Hammer Curl.

Is Reverse Barbell Curl – Standard Bar better than Alternating Dumbbell Curl?

Both Reverse Barbell Curl – Standard Bar and Alternating Dumbbell Curl target the Biceps. Choose based on your available equipment and training goals.

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