Exercise technique

dumbbell one arm prone curl

The dumbbell one arm prone curl is an isolation exercise targeting the biceps, performed while lying face down on a bench. It emphasizes strict form and minimizes momentum, making it effective for biceps development.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Lie face down on a flat bench with a dumbbell in one hand, palm facing down.
  2. Extend your arm fully, letting it hang straight down towards the floor.
  3. Keeping your upper arm stationary, curl the dumbbell up towards your shoulder by contracting your biceps.
  4. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbell back down to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch arms.

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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