The barbell curl exercise on the Scott bench was invented by the top bodybuilder of the "golden era" Larry Scott, as well as the Scott table itself, which allows you to pump the biceps in isolation.
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Use
Used in bodybuilding by athletes of any level as an alternative to standard barbell lifts while standing or as an additional exercise for biceps.
Working muscles
In the exercise, both bundles of the biceps are worked out and the brachialis shoulder muscle is also included.
Advantages
The classic barbell curl on the Scott bench is an excellent exercise for pumping the biceps, which, in addition to mass and strength, has the effect of additional stretching of the biceps muscles,
Besides:
Deep pumping of the biceps bundles, allows you to achieve a high degree of isolation of the biceps;
Since the body is motionless - independent and independent work of the flexors, cheating is practically excluded, the load on the wrists is reduced;
Rapidly progressing result: the growth of muscle strength and mass is noticeable almost immediately;
A variety of execution techniques - various grips, barbells, shells (we will consider below);
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Scott Bench Curl Technique
- having loaded the barbell with the necessary weight, we sit down on the bench, turning our hands with our palms up and leaning forward slightly, we raise the barbell from the floor or from the racks and put our hands on the bench;
- after making sure that the starting position is stable on exhalation, with an accentuated effort of the biceps, we raise our hands towards ourselves;
- we stop for a second at the top point, reducing the biceps as much as possible, then slowly and under control on the exhale we lower our hands to the starting position;
- so we perform the required number of repetitions;
Mistakes
Excessive operating weight;
Runtime cheating;
not full range;
Question and answer about bending the arms with a barbell on the scott bench
What equipment will be required?
Scott's desk itself in any design, as well as a straight or curved ez neck. For beginners, a curved one is preferable, as it does not load the wrists as much.
Can beginners do it?
Yes, but technology comes first. And do not rush to increase weight.
What is the main advantage?
Simultaneous pumping and good stretching of the biceps muscle and, as a result, its harmonious development in length.
Useful Links
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gydpcouclx8
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uO2g4Nxobr8
