Dumbbell Standing Biceps Curl to Shoulder Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Biceps Brachii
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Shoulders, Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Biceps Brachii
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Triceps Brachii, Brachioradialis, Deltoid Lateral, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6
- Alternate Names
- Dumbbell Curl to Press
How to: Dumbbell Standing Biceps Curl to Shoulder Press
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand at your sides.
- Curl the dumbbells up towards your shoulders, keeping your elbows close to your body.
- Once at the top of the curl, rotate your wrists and press the weights overhead until your arms are fully extended.
- Lower the weights back to shoulder height, rotate the wrists again, and lower them to your sides.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing the elbows to flare out during the curl.
- Using too much weight and compromising form.
- Not fully extending the arms during the shoulder press.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights for increased control.
- Perform the exercise seated for added stability.
Tips
- Keep your elbows close to your body to maximize bicep engagement.
- Avoid using momentum; perform the curl in a controlled manner.
- Engage your core to maintain balance during the press.
Dumbbell Standing Biceps Curl to Shoulder Press Alternatives
Tags
biceps
shoulders
strength training
dumbbell
upper body
resistance