How to do it
Squeeze your shoulder blades slightly back and down before each rep.
- 1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand with a neutral grip.
- 2
Curl one weight towards your shoulder, keeping your elbow stationary and your palm facing your body.
- 3
Lower the dumbbell back to the starting position while simultaneously curling the weight in the opposite hand.
- 4
Alternate arms with each repetition, keeping your movements controlled and deliberate.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions on each arm.
Expert tip
Maintain full control of the dumbbells throughout the movement and avoid rotating your wrists.
Common mistakes
- ✕Letting the elbow drift forward as you curl
- ✕Rocking the hips to drive each arm upward
- ✕Lowering the dumbbell back down too quickly