How to do it
Pause for one second at the top of each curl before lowering.
- 1
Adjust the lever machine to fit your height and sit or stand as required.
- 2
Grip the handles with palms facing up.
- 3
Curl the handles towards your shoulders, keeping your upper arms still.
- 4
Slowly lower the handles back to the starting position.
Expert tip
Focus on isolating the biceps by keeping your elbows stationary and not allowing momentum to dictate the movement.
Common mistakes
- ✕Leaning the torso back to lift the weight
- ✕Bending the wrists backward during the curl
- ✕Cutting the range short at the bottom