Equipmentdumbbell
Difficultybeginner
bicepsupper arms
Dumbbell Biceps Curl
The dumbbell biceps curl is a classic strength exercise that targets the biceps and also works the forearms. It involves curling dumbbells from a fully extended arm position to shoulder level, focusing on controlled movement and muscle contraction.
Step-by-Step Form & Technique
- 1.Stand up straight with a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing forward and arms fully extended.
- 2.Keeping your upper arms stationary, exhale and curl the weights while contracting your biceps.
- 3.Continue to raise the weights until your biceps are fully contracted and the dumbbells are at shoulder level.
- 4.Hold the contracted position for a brief pause as you squeeze your biceps.
- 5.Inhale and slowly begin to lower the dumbbells back to the starting position.
- 6.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Secondary Muscles
forearms
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