Dumbbell Seated Curl

Dumbbell Seated Curl

Description

This exercise involves sitting on a bench with a dumbbell in each hand and curling the weights up towards the shoulders, targeting the biceps muscles. It is a popular exercise for building arm strength and size.

Muscle Group

Equipment Required

Dumbbell Seated Curl Instructions

  1. Start by sitting on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and your back straight.
  2. Hold a dumbbell in each hand with your palms facing up and your arms extended down by your sides.
  3. Slowly curl the dumbbells up towards your shoulders, keeping your elbows close to your body.
  4. Pause at the top of the movement and squeeze your biceps.
  5. Slowly lower the dumbbells back down to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Dumbbell Seated Curl Form & Visual

Dumbbell Seated Curl

Dumbbell Seated Curl Benefits

  • Targets the biceps muscles, helping to increase arm strength and size
  • Can be done with a variety of weights, making it accessible for beginners and advanced lifters
  • Seated position helps to isolate the biceps and prevent cheating or swinging during the exercise
  • Can be easily modified by changing grip or adding a twist at the top of the movement for added challenge
  • Helps to improve grip strength and forearm muscles as well

Dumbbell Seated Curl Muscles Worked

  • Biceps brachii
  • Brachialis
  • Brachioradialis

Dumbbell Seated Curl Variations & Alternatives