How to Do Incline Dumbbell Curl

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

Also known as Incline Bicep Curl.

Primary muscle

Biceps

Equipment

Dumbbell

Difficulty

Intermediate

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Incline Dumbbell Curl

  1. 01Sit on an incline bench set to 45-60 degrees with a dumbbell in each hand and arms hanging straight down.
  2. 02Supinate the wrists so the palms face forward and the shoulder blades are pressed against the pad.
  3. 03Curl the dumbbells toward the shoulders while keeping the upper arms perfectly still.
  4. 04Lower the weights slowly until the elbows reach full extension to maximize the eccentric stretch.
  5. 05Exhale on the curl and inhale on the way down, avoiding any swinging of the torso.

Same guidance shown inside the A90 app

02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Incline Dumbbell 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 vertically toward the floor to ensure the biceps perform the work rather than the front deltoids.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Incline Dumbbell Curl questions

What muscles does Incline Dumbbell Curl work?

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

How do you do Incline Dumbbell Curl correctly?

Sit on an incline bench set to 45-60 degrees with a dumbbell in each hand and arms hanging straight down. Supinate the wrists so the palms face forward and the shoulder blades are pressed against the pad. Curl the dumbbells toward the shoulders while keeping the upper arms perfectly still. Lower the weights slowly until the elbows reach full extension to maximize the eccentric stretch. Exhale on the curl and inhale on the way down, avoiding any swinging of the torso.

What is the A90 coach tip for Incline Dumbbell Curl?

Keep the elbows pinned vertically toward the floor to ensure the biceps perform the work rather than the front deltoids.

Is Incline Dumbbell Curl suitable for beginners?

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

What equipment do you need for Incline Dumbbell Curl?

Incline Dumbbell Curl uses dumbbell.

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