Dumbbell biceps curl
The classic arm builder that curls a pair of dumbbells up to your shoulders to strengthen your biceps.
BeginnerDumbbellsLow impactSuggested: 12 reps
How to do it
- Stand tall holding a dumbbell in each hand with your arms by your sides and palms facing forward.
- Keep your elbows pinned to your ribs and curl the weights up toward your shoulders.
- Squeeze your biceps at the top for a moment.
- Lower the dumbbells slowly until your arms are straight again.
Form tips
- Avoid swinging your hips or leaning back to lift the weight.
- Take longer to lower than to lift.
Muscles worked
BicepsForearms