Forget dumbbells — build a strong back and biceps with these 3 upper-body barbell exercises

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The next time you hit the gym for back and biceps day, consider adding these three barbell exercises to your upper body routine. 

Anyone can benefit from the moves below, including barbell beginners, and you can add them to an existing strength or hypertrophy program to build and strengthen your back and biceps muscles.