How to do the Resistance Band Seated Biceps Curl
Resistance Band Seated Biceps Curl is a beginner single-joint isolation pulling exercise targeting the Biceps in the Upper Arms region. Performed using resistance band, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Forearms.
Resistance Band Seated Biceps Curl demonstration · © GymiaFit
Resistance Band Seated Biceps Curl at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Biceps
- Secondary muscles
- Forearms
- Equipment
- Resistance Band
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Pull
Resistance Band Seated Biceps Curl step by step
- 1Sit on a chair or bench with your back straight and feet flat on the ground.
- 2Hold the resistance band with an underhand grip, palms facing up, and arms extended down by your sides.
- 3Keeping your upper arms stationary, exhale and curl the resistance band up towards your shoulders.
- 4Pause for a moment at the top, squeezing your biceps.
- 5Inhale and slowly lower the resistance band back to the starting position.
- 6Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Resistance Band Seated Biceps Curl — questions
What muscles does the Resistance Band Seated Biceps Curl work?
The Resistance Band Seated Biceps Curl primarily targets the Biceps. It also recruits the Forearms as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Resistance Band Seated Biceps Curl?
You need resistance band. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.
Is the Resistance Band Seated 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 Resistance Band Seated Biceps Curl?
Band Alternating Biceps Curl, Band Concentration Curl, Band One Arm Overhead Biceps 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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