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Dumbbell Bicep Curl

Classic arm builder for biceps peak and elbow flexor strength.

Muscles targeted

White = primary movers · gray = assisting muscles

Front

Back

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Arms

Form guide

Position-by-position cues — train the pattern before you load it.

01

Position 1

Stand with dumbbells at sides, palms forward.

02

Position 2

Curl without swinging; elbows pinned near the torso.

03

Position 3

Squeeze at the top; lower for a full 2–3 second eccentric.

Coach cues

  • · Supinate hard at the top for peak contraction.
  • · Avoid leaning back.