Dumbbell Seated Zottman Curl Exercise Guide
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
How to: Dumbbell Seated Zottman Curl
- Sit on a bench with a dumbbell in each hand.
- Start with your arms fully extended and palms facing down.
- Curl the weights up towards your shoulders, rotating your wrists so your palms face up at the top.
- Lower the weights back down while rotating your palms back to the starting position.
- 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.
Dumbbell Seated Zottman Curl Alternatives
Tags
biceps
arms
strength
dumbbell
upper body
curl