How to Do Concentration Curl

Concentration Curl is a biceps exercise using dumbbell, listed as intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Also known as Dumbbell Concentration Curl.

Primary muscle

Biceps

Equipment

Dumbbell

Difficulty

Intermediate

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Concentration Curl

  1. 01Sit on the edge of a bench with feet wide and lean forward to place the triceps against the inner thigh.
  2. 02Hold the dumbbell with an underhand grip and the arm fully extended toward the floor.
  3. 03Curl the dumbbell toward the shoulder while keeping the elbow and upper arm stationary against the leg.
  4. 04Contract the biceps hard at the peak of the movement before slowly lowering the weight.

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02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Concentration Curl

Primary Stabiliser Inactive

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Primary movers

  • Biceps Bends the elbow and curls weight toward the shoulder.

Stabilisers

  • Core Stabilises the spine and transfers force.
  • Lower back Stabilises the spine during lifts and bends.
  • Forearms Grips and stabilises the wrist under load.

03 / A90 Coach

A90 Coach tip

Keep the working elbow pinned against the inner thigh to prevent the shoulder from taking over the lift.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Concentration Curl questions

What muscles does Concentration Curl work?

Concentration Curl is catalogued as a biceps exercise in A90 Training Club, with the biceps as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Concentration Curl correctly?

Sit on the edge of a bench with feet wide and lean forward to place the triceps against the inner thigh. Hold the dumbbell with an underhand grip and the arm fully extended toward the floor. Curl the dumbbell toward the shoulder while keeping the elbow and upper arm stationary against the leg. Contract the biceps hard at the peak of the movement before slowly lowering the weight.

What is the A90 coach tip for Concentration Curl?

Keep the working elbow pinned against the inner thigh to prevent the shoulder from taking over the lift.

Is Concentration Curl suitable for beginners?

Concentration Curl is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

What equipment do you need for Concentration Curl?

Concentration Curl uses dumbbell.

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