Spider Curl

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

How to do it

  1. Lie face-down against an incline bench with your arms hanging.
  2. Hold a barbell or dumbbells.
  3. Curl the weight up toward your forehead.
  4. Lower under control.
Coach tip: The bench prevents cheating. Pure biceps contact.

Muscles worked

Primary: Biceps
Secondary: Forearms

Spider 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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