Reviewed exercise · intermediate

Barbell Drag Curl

A accessory isolation movement for biceps.

Equipment

barbell

Typical range

8–15 reps

Also trains

shoulders

Set up

Prepare the barbell drag curl station and choose a load that permits full control.

Execute

Draw the bar upward close to the torso as elbows travel slightly back

Complete the final repetition with the same controlled path, then return the load safely.

Coaching cues

• Keep the bar close
• Use a repeatable pain-free range.

Common mistakes

• Turning the rep into a shrug
• Adding load after position or control is lost.

Modify or stop when relevant discomfort is reported. Educational content does not diagnose injury.