Dumbbell Standing One Arm Concentration Curl

Dumbbell Standing One Arm Concentration Curl

Description

The dumbbell standing one arm concentration curl performs the concentration curl from a standing position, hinged forward at the hips. Bracing the working elbow against the inner thigh allows strict bicep isolation without sitting. The standing position adds a small core engagement and is useful when no bench is available.

Muscle Group

Equipment Required

Dumbbell Standing One Arm Concentration Curl Instructions

  1. Stand with feet wider than shoulder-width apart, soft bend in the knees.
  2. Hold a single dumbbell in your right hand.
  3. Hinge forward at the hips and rest your right elbow against your inner right thigh.
  4. Allow the dumbbell to hang at full arm extension.
  5. Place your left hand on your left thigh for support.
  6. Curl the dumbbell up by bending only at the elbow.
  7. Squeeze the biceps hard at the top.
  8. Lower the dumbbell back down with control. Switch arms.

Dumbbell Standing One Arm Concentration Curl Form & Visual

Dumbbell Standing One Arm Concentration Curl

Dumbbell Standing One Arm Concentration Curl Benefits

  • Strict bicep peak isolation
  • Builds bicep size
  • No bench required
  • Strong stretch at the bottom
  • Eliminates body english
  • Useful for home or travel training

Dumbbell Standing One Arm Concentration Curl Muscles Worked

  • Biceps brachii
  • Brachialis
  • Forearms

Dumbbell Standing One Arm Concentration Curl Variations & Alternatives