How to do it
Keep your working wrist straight and neutral through every rep.
- 1
Anchor the band to a sturdy object at chest height.
- 2
Stand perpendicular to the band's anchor point with feet hip-width apart.
- 3
Grasp the band with the hand farthest from the anchor, palm facing up.
- 4
Keeping your arm across your chest, curl the band towards your shoulder.
- 5
Squeeze your bicep at the top of the curl.
- 6
Slowly return to the starting position.
- 7
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching sides.
Expert tip
Ensure that the band is securely anchored at a point that allows for a full range of motion without slack. Maintain tension on the band throughout the exercise.
Common mistakes
- ✕Letting the elbow drop below chest height
- ✕Swinging the torso to move the band
- ✕Letting the band snap back quickly