Lying Biceps Curl with Towel Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Biceps Brachii
- Equipment
- Weighted
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Biceps Brachii
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Brachioradialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Lying Towel Bicep Curl
How to: Lying Biceps Curl with Towel
- Lie flat on your back on a bench or mat with a towel held in both hands.
- Keep your arms extended towards the ceiling.
- Bend your elbows and curl the towel towards your shoulders while keeping your elbows stationary.
- Squeeze the biceps at the top before lowering back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing elbows to flare out during the curl.
- Using excessive weight, leading to improper form.
- Not fully extending arms at the bottom of the movement.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights or resistance bands for added support.
- Perform the exercise seated to reduce strain on the back.
Tips
- Keep your elbows close to your sides throughout the movement.
- Engage your core to stabilize your body while performing the curl.
- Use a controlled motion to avoid using momentum.
Lying Biceps Curl with Towel Alternatives
Tags
arms
biceps
strength
weight training
upper body
muscle