Classification
Type | basic |
Mechanics | isolated |
Direction | pull |
Equipment | 2 dumbbells |
Additional Equipment | - |
Instructions
Preparation
Grasp dumbbells, stand upright with knees slightly flexed and hold hands to sides with elbow pointing backward and palms facing in.Execution
Flex arms to raise dumbbells. Keep elbows in position. At top of motion palms face shoulders. Return, keep arms slightly flexed. Repeat.Variations / Comments
Exercise can be done simultaneously, alternating or simultaneousyl-alternating.![Dumbbell Biceps Curl, Standing | Starting Position Dumbbell Biceps Curl, Standing Starting Position](/data/exercisefiles/66/866.jpg)
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![Dumbbell Biceps Curl, Standing | Ending Position Dumbbell Biceps Curl, Standing Ending Position](/data/exercisefiles/67/867.jpg)
Muscles
Target | Biceps Brachii |
Synergist | Brachialis | Brachioradialis |
Stabilizers | Deltoid, Anterior | Trapezius, Upper | Trapezius, Middle | Wrist Flexors |
![Dumbbell Biceps Curl, Standing | Muscles Front Dumbbell Biceps Curl, Standing Muscles Front](/data/musclemaps/91/491.jpg)
Front
![Dumbbell Biceps Curl, Standing | Muscles Rear Dumbbell Biceps Curl, Standing Muscles Rear](/data/musclemaps/92/492.jpg)
Rear
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