Barbell Bicep Curl vs EZ-Bar Bicep Curl
Which one fits your Biceps workout plan?
Contents
Barbell Bicep Curl and EZ-Bar Bicep Curl are close in use — 19,481 vs 17,450 sessions logged. What separates them is Biceps loading and form.
Compare the benefits of Barbell Bicep Curl and EZ-Bar Bicep Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Barbell Bicep Curl vs EZ-Bar Bicep Curl: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log EZ-Bar Bicep Curl more often — 19,481 sessions compared to 17,450 for Barbell Bicep Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Barbell Bicep Curl and EZ-Bar Bicep Curl differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Barbell Bicep Curl and EZ-Bar Bicep Curl Differ
| What differs | Barbell Bicep Curl | EZ-Bar Bicep Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 17,450 sessions | 19,481 sessions |
How to Do Barbell Bicep Curl
Barbell Bicep Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Please lift the barbell while keeping your elbows and shoulders fixed.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
- 3. When lowering the barbell, do not lower it completely; lower it just enough so that your biceps do not relax.
Coach's Tips
- 1. If your wrist is uncomfortable, it may be because you are gripping the barbell too narrowly. Try gripping it a little wider.
- 2. If your wrist is still uncomfortable, please use an EZ bar.
For a full Barbell Bicep Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Barbell Bicep Curl exercise guide.
How to Do EZ-Bar Bicep Curl
EZ-Bar Bicep Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Please lift the barbell while keeping your elbows and shoulders fixed.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
- 3. When lowering the barbell, do not lower it completely; lower it just enough so that your biceps do not relax.
Coach's Tips
- This is an exercise recommended for those who experience wrist pain when using a standard barbell. If you have no issues performing with a standard barbell, please use it for a greater contraction feeling.
For a full EZ-Bar Bicep Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the EZ-Bar Bicep Curl exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Biceps, Barbell Bicep Curl or EZ-Bar Bicep Curl?
Neither is clearly ahead — Planfit users log both at a similar rate. They both train Biceps, so the choice comes down to the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Barbell Bicep Curl and EZ-Bar Bicep Curl need?
Barbell Bicep Curl needs a barbell, and EZ-Bar Bicep Curl needs a barbell.
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