# Lying High-Bench Barbell Curl

URL: https://heatsy.app/ex/lying-high-bench-barbell-curl

Also known as: Prone High-Bench Barbell Curl, Flat Bench Spider Curl, Lying High-Bench BB Curl

Variation of: [Barbell Spider Curl](https://heatsy.app/ex/barbell-spider-curl)

Body region: Arms

## Equipment

- Barbell or EZ Bar
- Flat Bench

## Technique

1. Lie face down on a high flat bench with your chest near the end and arms hanging straight down.
2. Take the bar from a partner or from the floor, holding it underhand at shoulder width.
3. Curl the bar up toward your shoulders while the upper arms stay vertical.
4. Lower slowly until the arms are straight.

### Cues

- Use a bench high enough that the bar does not touch the floor at the bottom.

### Common mistakes

- Lifting the shoulders off the bench to start the curl.

## Variations

- [EZ-Bar Spider Curl](https://heatsy.app/ex/ez-bar-spider-curl)

## Alternatives

- [Preacher Curl](https://heatsy.app/ex/preacher-curl)
- [Barbell Drag Curl](https://heatsy.app/ex/barbell-drag-curl)