How to do it
Set your feet shoulder-width apart to create a stable base for each curl.
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Stand in a doorway with your palms pressed against the doorframe at shoulder height.
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Lean forward slightly, creating resistance with your body weight.
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Perform a biceps curl motion by bending your elbows and bringing your body closer to the doorframe.
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Slowly return to the starting position.
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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Focus on isolating the biceps by keeping your body still; avoid using momentum to perform the curl. Keep your elbows close to your body.
Common mistakes
- ✕Pressing the palms above shoulder height
- ✕Leaning the torso past a controllable angle
- ✕Bending the wrists backward against the frame