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Reverse Barbell Spider Curl
Learn how to perform Reverse Barbell Spider Curl, a Arms exercise, with setup, breathing and common mistakes.
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STEP 1
Setup
Lie chest down on an incline bench and hold the barbell with an overhand grip.
STEP 2
Start phase
Keep your chest supported and wrists steady as you curl the barbell.
STEP 3
End phase
Slowly lower the load and straighten your elbows without swinging your upper arms.
STEP 4
Target muscles
This movement primarily works your forearms. Focus on controlling the motion through these muscles.
STEP 5
Common mistakes
Avoid lifting with your shoulders or folding your wrists to curl the load.
STEP 6
Breathing
Exhale as you curl and inhale as you lower.
STEP 7
Coach tip
Unlike a regular barbell spider curl, keep your palms facing down throughout.
