How to do it
Keep your wrist in a neutral, thumbs-up position throughout.
- 1
Lie on your back with one leg extended and the other bent with foot flat on the floor.
- 2
Hold a towel with both hands and place it under the arch of your extended leg.
- 3
Perform a reverse curl by pulling the towel towards you while keeping your elbows on the ground.
- 4
Slowly release the tension to return to the starting position.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching legs.
Expert tip
Ensure you maintain a controlled movement throughout the exercise to maximize bicep engagement without using momentum.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bending the extended knee during the curl
- ✕Lifting the elbows off the floor
- ✕Losing tension on the towel between reps