A barbell curl in which the bar is dragged up the torso while the elbows travel back. Reduces front-delt involvement and emphasises the biceps.
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
This information is general fitness guidance, not medical advice. Stop if you feel pain and consult a qualified professional.
Main muscles working (thicker lines)
Stand tall holding a barbell with an underhand, shoulder-width grip against the thighs.
Pull the elbows back as you curl so the bar stays in contact with the torso.
Drag the bar up to around the lower chest.
Squeeze the biceps.
Lower along the same path back to the thighs.
Breathing: Exhale as you curl, inhale as you lower.
Bar brushes the body
Elbows travel back
Shoulders stay down
Letting the bar drift away from the torso
Shrugging
Using too much weight
Use lighter weight than a standard curl; the range is shorter.