Biceps · Dumbbell · Beginner

How to do Dumbbell Biceps Curl Reverse

The dumbbell biceps curl reverse is a strength exercise targeting the biceps and forearms. It involves curling dumbbells with palms facing down, emphasizing the brachialis and forearm muscles.

Dumbbell Biceps Curl Reverse demonstration
Primary muscle
Biceps
Also works
Forearms
Equipment
Dumbbell
Level
Beginner
Category
Biceps

How to do Dumbbell Biceps Curl Reverse, step by step

  1. Stand up straight with a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing down and arms fully extended.
  2. Keeping your upper arms stationary, exhale and curl the weights while contracting your biceps.
  3. Continue to raise the dumbbells until your biceps are fully contracted and the dumbbells are at shoulder level.
  4. Hold the contracted position for a brief pause as you squeeze your biceps.
  5. Inhale and slowly begin to lower the dumbbells back to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Dumbbell Biceps Curl Reverse works your biceps as the main mover, with help from your forearms.

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