Cheat Curl

Step-by-step technique for Cheat Curl, an exercise for biceps using barbell. From the Frog Fitness exercise library.

How to do it

  1. Stand with a barbell in an underhand grip.
  2. Use a slight hip swing to get the weight moving.
  3. Curl the bar up toward your chest.
  4. Lower SLOWLY and under control.
Coach tip: The cheat is only on the way up. Always lower under control.

Muscles worked

Primary: Biceps
Secondary: Forearms

Cheat Curl is a strength exercise that loads the biceps using barbell. Log it in Frog Fitness to follow how the load develops over time.

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