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    Dumbbell Seated Zottman Curl Exercise Guide

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    Exercise Profile

    Target
    Biceps Brachii
    Equipment
    Dumbbell
    Body Part
    Upper Arms
    Primary Muscle
    Biceps Brachii
    Secondary Muscles
    Brachialis, Wrist Flexors, Brachioradialis
    Intensity
    medium
    Category
    strength
    Skill Level
    intermediate
    Estimated Calories
    5
    Alternate Names
    Zottman Curl

    Visualised Target Muscle Groups

    Front

    Body muscles front

    Back

    Body muscles back

    How to: Dumbbell Seated Zottman Curl

    1. Sit on a bench with a dumbbell in each hand.
    2. Start with your arms fully extended and palms facing down.
    3. Curl the weights up towards your shoulders, rotating your wrists so your palms face up at the top.
    4. Lower the weights back down while rotating your palms back to the starting position.
    5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

    Common Mistakes

    • Using too much weight, which can compromise form.
    • Swinging the dumbbell rather than using controlled movements.
    • Not fully extending the arms during the curl.

    Modifications

    • Use lighter weights for better control.
    • Perform the exercise seated on a bench for added stability.

    Tips

    • Ensure proper grip on the dumbbells to avoid slipping.
    • Control the movement, especially when lowering the weights.
    • Keep your elbows close to your body to maximize bicep engagement.

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    Tags

    biceps
    arms
    strength
    dumbbell
    upper body
    curl

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