Dumbbell One Arm Standing Curl 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
- 7
- Alternate Names
- One Arm Dumbbell Curl
How to: Dumbbell One Arm Standing Curl
- Stand with a dumbbell in one hand, arm fully extended at your side.
- Keep your core engaged and elbows close to your torso.
- Curl the dumbbell towards your shoulder while keeping your elbow stationary.
- Squeeze the bicep at the top of the movement for a moment.
- Lower the dumbbell back to the starting position in a controlled manner.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching arms.
Common Mistakes
- Lifting too heavy and using momentum.
- Not keeping the elbow stationary.
- Arching the back during the curl.
Modifications
- Perform seated if balance is an issue.
- Use a lighter weight to perfect form before increasing weight.
Tips
- Keep your elbow close to your body throughout the movement.
- Do not swing your arm; perform the movement in a controlled manner.
- Engage your core to maintain stability while curling.
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Tags
biceps
strength
curl
dumbbell
upper arms
fitness