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gif_boxDumbbell Biceps Curl
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DumbbellCategory
strength
Mechanic
isolation
Cal/min
6.1
Force
pull
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.
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Stand up straight with a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing forward and arms fully extended.
Keeping your upper arms stationary, exhale and curl the weights while contracting your biceps.
Continue to raise the weights until your biceps are fully contracted and the dumbbells are at shoulder level.
Hold the contracted position for a brief pause as you squeeze your biceps.
Inhale and slowly begin to lower the dumbbells back to the starting position.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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