# Single-Arm Dumbbell Curl

URL: https://heatsy.app/ex/single-arm-dumbbell-curl

Also known as: One-Arm Dumbbell Curl, One-Arm Standing Dumbbell Curl, Single-Arm DB Curl

Body region: Arms

## Muscles

- Main: Biceps, Brachialis
- Helps: Brachioradialis
- Holds: Deltoid, Flexor Carpi Radialis

## Equipment

- Dumbbells

## Technique

1. Stand tall holding one dumbbell, palm facing forward, the free hand on your hip.
2. Curl the dumbbell up to the shoulder, keeping the elbow at your side.
3. Lower slowly to a straight arm.
4. Finish all reps, then switch arms.

### Cues

- Keep the shoulders level.
- Focus on the working biceps.

### Common mistakes

- Leaning away from the weight.
- Swinging the dumbbell.

## Alternatives

- [Dumbbell Curl](https://heatsy.app/ex/dumbbell-curl)
- [Hammer Curl](https://heatsy.app/ex/hammer-curl)