The standard biceps curl is hardest at the mid-range, where the lever arm is the longest. But for variety we can change that, making the top or peak contraction the toughest part of the movement.
Lean forward at a 45-degree angle.
Don't drop the elbows down. Keep the upper arm in line with the body.
Perform curls in this position, squeezing hard at the top.
Whether your goal is to deadlift 400 or 700, two things are clear: you've got to bloody some shins and you've got to learn these cool training techniques.
About 2 years ago, we asked one of our resident nutrition and supplement gurus, John Berardi, to give us a peek into his training journal. While best known for dispersing dietary dogma, JB has built a rock-solid physique from countless hours of fraternizing with heavy dumbbells and barbells.