Exercise technique

weighted standing curl

The weighted standing curl is a classic strength exercise targeting the biceps, performed with dumbbells while standing. It also engages the forearms as secondary muscles.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing forward.
  2. Keep your elbows close to your torso and exhale as you curl the weights up to shoulder level.
  3. Pause for a moment at the top, then inhale as you slowly lower the weights back down to the starting position.
  4. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Forearms.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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