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gif_boxDumbbell Seated Curl
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DumbbellCategory
strength
Mechanic
isolation
Cal/min
6.1
Force
pull
Dumbbell Seated Curl is a beginner single-joint isolation pulling exercise targeting the Biceps in the Upper Arms region. Performed using dumbbell, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Forearms.
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Sit on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing forward.
Keep your back straight and your elbows close to your torso.
Exhale and curl the dumbbells up towards your shoulders, contracting your biceps.
Pause for a moment at the top, then inhale and slowly lower the dumbbells back down to the starting position.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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