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Dumbbell lying supine biceps curl

The dumbbell lying supine biceps curl is an isolation exercise targeting the biceps. Performed lying on a bench, it minimizes shoulder involvement and focuses on the biceps.

How to perform: Dumbbell lying supine biceps curl

At a glance

Area
Upper arms
Main muscle
Biceps
Equipment
Dumbbell
Level
Intermediate

Form tips

  • Keep your elbows stationary and close to your torso.
  • Use a controlled motion to avoid swinging the weights.
  • Exhale as you curl the weights up and inhale as you lower them down.

What to watch out for

  • shoulder injuries
  • elbow injuries
  • wrist injuries

Also known as

Curl con manubri da supino, biceps curl, lying biceps curl

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