How to do the Dumbbell Biceps Curl
Dumbbell Biceps Curl is a beginner single-joint isolation pulling exercise targeting the Biceps in the Upper Arms region. Performed using dumbbell, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Forearms.
Dumbbell Biceps Curl demonstration · © GymiaFit
Dumbbell Biceps Curl at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Biceps
- Secondary muscles
- Forearms
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Pull
Dumbbell Biceps Curl step by step
- 1Stand up straight with a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing forward and arms fully extended.
- 2Keeping your upper arms stationary, exhale and curl the weights while contracting your biceps.
- 3Continue to raise the weights until your biceps are fully contracted and the dumbbells are at shoulder level.
- 4Hold the contracted position for a brief pause as you squeeze your biceps.
- 5Inhale and slowly begin to lower the dumbbells back to the starting position.
- 6Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Dumbbell Biceps Curl — questions
What muscles does the Dumbbell Biceps Curl work?
The Dumbbell Biceps Curl primarily targets the Biceps. It also recruits the Forearms as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Dumbbell Biceps Curl?
You need dumbbell. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.
Is the Dumbbell Biceps Curl suitable for beginners?
Yes. It is classed as a beginner movement: the pattern is simple enough to learn in a session and easy to scale by adjusting range of motion or load.
What can I do instead of the Dumbbell Biceps Curl?
Dumbbell Alternate Biceps Curl, Dumbbell Alternate Biceps Curl (with Arm Blaster), Dumbbell Alternate Hammer Preacher Curl train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.
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