Mike Mentzer's GREATEST Biceps Exercise of All Time

According to the legendary Mike Mentzer, the close grip underhand pulldown is the greatest biceps exercise of all time. He says that this is better than any curl you can do. The reason for this is that this pulldown variation involves flexion of the elbow from a flexed shoulder position rather than down at your sides as they are in a typical barbell curl. This creates a greater contraction in the biceps and leads to more overall stimulation in the long run. Because you can anchor your knees under the pads, you can load up the weight here and easily overload your biceps. Just remember to initiate the pull with your elbows rather than pulling down with the lats. Try it and you will see just how much more effectively you can build your biceps with this great biceps exercise.

To see the whole video and other amazing tips Mentzer had for building big biceps be sure to check out the whole video here:

[johnnyg]

I bet Mike Mentzer would had been in shock if he knew that his voice was everywhere on social media in 2023 after his passing. Legend that was in Muscle & Fitness magazine dozens of times.

[diondmello]

Jeff be like, imma let the goat speak that's all

[lisadebeaubien]

A guy in the gym showed me this and it was insanely effective.

[OsoBlanco]

This but close grip chin ups. Squeeze and pause at top for peak contraction. My biceps really grew after I learned this

[jasonsmith]

The Mentzer Bros. portrait is still hanging in their Highschool Gymnasium.
Always superb athletes and competitors. RIP gentlemen.

[petemalone]

Liking this in my workout.
70 yo and it helps me avoid the elbow joint pain. So happy you showed this; I’m sold

[visions]

This exercise changed my bicep training completely. By far my favorite bicep workout and honestly might be my favorite workout for any muscle. The burn you get from this is intense and you can bring this closer to absolute failure than most other workouts. Only been doing it for 2-3 weeks and without a doubt has stimulated growth.

[atlehman]

Mike Mentzer has been blowing up lately

[johnmarshallyt]

I've been doing these for the past few weeks and I gotta say the pump I get from this is next level. The way you can overload this movement is crazy. My bicep gains have gone up with this exercise. Strength has gone up too

[craigabram]

These videos are spectacular... I'm an old broken Soldier. Exercising smarter not harder is my

[JesusOnlySavesEternally]

I like Mike.
He was and still is controversial because his training philosophy and theory of emphasis on rest and recovery days and reduced frequency plus increased intensity in training went against the status quo more is better approach (i.e. more sets, exercises, days, time in gym)
Mike’s approach is especially true for some people (i.e. Natty’s, Hardgainers).
But his advocacy for choosing a few select exercises that target each muscle more specifically is an additional contribution to his Heavy Duty system of bodybuilding training.
We are all better for having had him with us.
Thank you Mike Mentzer RIP

[adamwilson]

I’ve started doing these for the past month after being plateaued, this movement gives great results and a crazy pump

[oldgreggscreamybaileys]

I’ve been doing this for a while now, ever since I heard Mike talking about it. It is by far my favourite bicep workout. It’s hits them like nothing else.

[vanceworkley]

Jeff and mike, , what a duo wish these two were around same time periods

[rackzity]

Best advice I've heard so far, RIP Mike Mentzer 🙏

[Seabee]

It absolutely works and is now a favorite bicep exercise. Not only lower bicep but forearm as well and it's the craziest pump and my arms have grown since

[garyredmond]

This exercise pumps my biceps like no other.

[Attoh_Chris]

I swear this tip is real for developing the whole arm form

[PietchTheory]

Wow Jeff Cavaliere shorts? Albeit Mentzer's voice over. Regardless, thanks legend!

[spartacus]

Couple of months ago I didn't know who Mike Mentzer is. I'm glad he is getting recognition even if it's kind of late.

Warning: butthurt pseudo fans in the replies.