How to do it
Squeeze your biceps for one second at the top of each curl.
- 1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell vertically in front of you with both hands.
- 2
Curl the dumbbell towards your shoulders, keeping your palms facing up.
- 3
Slowly lower the dumbbell back to the starting position.
- 4
Keep your upper arms stationary throughout the exercise.
Expert tip
Keep your elbows close to your torso and avoid swinging the weight to ensure proper bicep engagement.
Common mistakes
- ✕Leaning backward to lift the dumbbell
- ✕Dropping the weight quickly on the lowering
- ✕Flexing the wrists backward at the top