Resistance Band Seated Biceps Curl Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Biceps Brachii
- Equipment
- Resistance Band
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Biceps Brachii
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachioradialis, Brachialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 4.2
- Alternate Names
- Seated Bicep Curl with Resistance Band
How to: Resistance Band Seated Biceps Curl
- Sit on a stable surface with your feet flat on the ground.
- Anchor the resistance band under your feet and hold one end in each hand.
- Keep your elbows close to your body and palms facing upward.
- Curl the band upwards towards your shoulders while contracting your biceps.
- Lower the band back to the starting position slowly.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum instead of muscles to lift the band.
- Letting the elbows drift away from the body.
- Curling the wrists during the lift.
Modifications
- Sit on a chair for additional stability if needed.
- Use a lighter resistance band for beginners.
Tips
- Keep your elbows close to your body throughout the movement.
- Avoid swinging the band; control the motion for better engagement of the biceps.
- Exhale as you lift the band and inhale as you lower it.
Resistance Band Seated Biceps Curl Alternatives
Tags
biceps
strength
upper arms
resistance band
beginner
isolation exercise