Dumbbell standing biceps curl
The dumbbell standing biceps curl is a fundamental exercise targeting the biceps. It involves curling a dumbbell in each hand from a standing position, focusing on the contraction of the biceps muscles.

At a glance
- Area
- Upper arms
- Main muscle
- Biceps
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Level
- Beginner
Form tips
- Keep your elbows close to your torso.
- Avoid swinging the weights.
- Focus on a slow and controlled movement.
- Exhale while lifting the weights and inhale while lowering them.
What to watch out for
- shoulder injuries
- elbow injuries
- wrist injuries
Also known as
Curl con manubri in piedi, standing dumbbell curl, standing DB curl, biceps curl