Dumbbell Standing Single Arm Biceps Curl Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Biceps Brachii
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Biceps Brachii
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Brachioradialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 4.5
- Alternate Names
- Single Arm Bicep Curl
How to: Dumbbell Standing Single Arm Biceps Curl
- Stand up straight with a dumbbell in one hand, arm fully extended.
- Keep your elbows close to your torso.
- Curl the dumbbell up while contracting your biceps.
- Pause at the top of the movement, then slowly lower the dumbbell back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching arms.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing the elbow to drift away from the body.
- Using excessive weight leading to poor form.
- Not fully extending the arm at the bottom of the movement.
Modifications
- Use a lighter dumbbell to decrease strain on the arms.
- Perform the curl seated to provide additional support.
Tips
- Keep your elbow close to your torso throughout the movement.
- Focus on squeezing the biceps at the top of the curl.
- Avoid using momentum to lift the dumbbell; control the motion.
Dumbbell Standing Single Arm Biceps Curl Alternatives
Tags
biceps
strength
arms
dumbbell
curl
upper arms