Dumbbell Curl
Also known as: Biceps Curl, Standing Dumbbell Curl, DB Curl, Dumbbell Biceps Curl, Dumbbell Bicep Curl, DB Biceps Curl, Bicep Curl, Standing DB Curl
Body region
Muscles
Main
Helps
Holds
Equipment
Technique
- Stand holding dumbbells at your sides, palms facing forward.
- Keep your elbows at your sides.
- Curl the dumbbells toward your shoulders.
- Lower them under control until your arms are straight.
Cues
- Keep the palms facing up for the whole rep.
- Keep the upper arm still.
Common mistakes
- Swinging the body.
- Raising the shoulders.
- Cutting the lowering phase short.