Dumbbell Alternate Biceps Curl Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Biceps Brachii
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Biceps Brachii
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Brachioradialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Alternate Dumbbell Curl
How to: Dumbbell Alternate Biceps Curl
- Stand with a dumbbell in each hand, arms fully extended at your sides.
- Keeping your elbows close to your body, curl one dumbbell while rotating your wrist.
- Bring the dumbbell to shoulder level, squeezing your bicep at the top of the movement.
- Lower it back down slowly while maintaining control.
- Repeat with the opposite arm and continue alternating.
Common Mistakes
- Lifting weights that are too heavy.
- Using momentum instead of isolating the biceps.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights or perform the exercise seated for better stability.
Tips
- Keep your elbows close to your torso.
- Avoid swinging your arms; maintain control throughout the movement.
Dumbbell Alternate Biceps Curl Alternatives
Tags
biceps
strength
upper arms
dumbbell
muscle building
fitness