Dumbbell Biceps Curl
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- MusclesArms
- EquipmentDumbbell
- LevelBeginner
How to do it
- Stand tall with dumbbells at your sides, palms facing forward.
- Keep your elbows pinned to your sides.
- Curl the weights up toward your shoulders.
- Squeeze, then lower slowly to straight arms.
Coaching tips
- If you have to swing, the weight is too heavy.
Common mistakes
- Elbows drifting forward.
- Not straightening the arms fully at the bottom.
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