How to Do Dumbbell Seated Curl

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

Primary muscle

Biceps

Equipment

Dumbbell

Difficulty

Intermediate

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Dumbbell Seated Curl

  1. 01Sit on the edge of a flat bench with feet flat on the floor and a dumbbell in each hand using a neutral grip.
  2. 02Rotate the palms to face upward as you flex the elbows to bring the weights toward the shoulders.
  3. 03Contract the biceps hard at the top of the movement while keeping the upper arms vertical and stationary.
  4. 04Lower the dumbbells until the elbows are fully locked out before starting the next repetition.

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02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Dumbbell Seated 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 elbows pinned against the side of the torso to prevent the anterior deltoids from taking over the lift.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Dumbbell Seated Curl questions

What muscles does Dumbbell Seated Curl work?

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

How do you do Dumbbell Seated Curl correctly?

Sit on the edge of a flat bench with feet flat on the floor and a dumbbell in each hand using a neutral grip. Rotate the palms to face upward as you flex the elbows to bring the weights toward the shoulders. Contract the biceps hard at the top of the movement while keeping the upper arms vertical and stationary. Lower the dumbbells until the elbows are fully locked out before starting the next repetition.

What is the A90 coach tip for Dumbbell Seated Curl?

Keep the elbows pinned against the side of the torso to prevent the anterior deltoids from taking over the lift.

Is Dumbbell Seated Curl suitable for beginners?

Dumbbell Seated Curl is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

What equipment do you need for Dumbbell Seated Curl?

Dumbbell Seated Curl uses dumbbell.

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