Dumbbell Bicep Curl on Exercise Ball with Leg Raised Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Biceps Brachii
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Biceps Brachii
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachioradialis, Brachialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Bicep Curl on Stability Ball
How to: Dumbbell Bicep Curl on Exercise Ball with Leg Raised
- Sit on an exercise ball with your feet flat on the floor.
- Hold a dumbbell in each hand with your arms at your sides.
- Raise one leg off the ground and balance on the ball while performing the curl.
- Curl the weights towards your shoulders, keeping your elbows close to your torso.
- Lower the weights back down to the starting position and repeat.
Common Mistakes
- Using excessive weight that compromises form.
- Lifting the elbow away from the body during the curl.
- Not engaging the core leading to instability.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with both legs on the ground for more stability.
- Reduce the range of motion if there's difficulty maintaining balance.
Tips
- Make sure to engage your core to maintain balance on the exercise ball.
- Use a weight that allows for controlled movements.
- Keep your elbow stationary during the curl to isolate the biceps.
Dumbbell Bicep Curl on Exercise Ball with Leg Raised Alternatives
Tags
biceps
strength
exercise ball
dumbbell
upper arms
core stability