Band One Arm Overhead Biceps Curl
Description
The band one arm overhead biceps curl is a unique bicep variation. The lifter anchors a band low, extends one arm straight overhead, and curls the hand toward the same shoulder. The overhead angle stretches the long head of the bicep under tension.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Band One Arm Overhead Biceps Curl Instructions
- Anchor a resistance band low to a sturdy point.
- Grip a handle with one hand and extend the arm straight overhead.
- Step back to take tension on the band.
- Brace your core and set the chest tall.
- Keep the upper arm vertical pointing at the ceiling.
- Curl the hand toward the same shoulder by bending the elbow.
- Squeeze the bicep hard at the top.
- Extend back to overhead with control. Complete reps and switch sides.
Band One Arm Overhead Biceps Curl Form & Visual
Band One Arm Overhead Biceps Curl Benefits
- Trains the bicep long head
- Strong stretch under tension
- Easy to do anywhere
- Strong unilateral builder
- Useful arm finisher
- Builds bicep size
Band One Arm Overhead Biceps Curl Muscles Worked
- Biceps brachii
- Brachialis
- Brachioradialis
Band One Arm Overhead Biceps Curl Variations & Alternatives
- Overhead Cable Curl
- Incline Curl
- Concentration Curl
- Spider Curl
