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Alternate Incline Dumbbell Curl

How to do the Alternate Incline Dumbbell Curl with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.

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Primary muscles

Biceps

Secondary

Forearms

Equipment

Dumbbell

Step by step

How to do the Alternate Incline Dumbbell Curl

  1. 1

    Sit down on an incline bench with a dumbbell in each hand being held at arms length. Tip: Keep the elbows close to the torso.This will be your starting position.

  2. 2

    While holding the upper arm stationary, curl the right weight forward while contracting the biceps as you breathe out. As you do so, rotate the hand so that the palm is facing up. Continue the movement until your biceps is fully contracted and the dumbbells are at shoulder level. Hold the contracted position for a second as you squeeze the biceps. Tip: Only the forearms should move.

  3. 3

    Slowly begin to bring the dumbbell back to starting position as your breathe in.

  4. 4

    Repeat the movement with the left hand. This equals one repetition.

  5. 5

    Continue alternating in this manner for the recommended amount of repetitions.

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FAQ

Alternate Incline Dumbbell Curl: common questions

What muscles does the Alternate Incline Dumbbell Curl work?

The Alternate Incline Dumbbell Curl primarily works the Biceps. It also recruits the Forearms as supporting muscles.

Is the Alternate Incline Dumbbell Curl suitable for beginners?

Yes. The Alternate Incline Dumbbell Curl is a beginner-level exercise, so it's a solid choice if you're new to training. Start light and focus on the movement pattern before adding load.

What equipment do I need for the Alternate Incline Dumbbell Curl?

To do the Alternate Incline Dumbbell Curl you'll need a dumbbell.

Is the Alternate Incline Dumbbell Curl a compound or isolation exercise?

The Alternate Incline Dumbbell Curl is an isolation exercise, it targets the biceps through a single joint, which makes it useful for focused, targeted work.

How do I do the Alternate Incline Dumbbell Curl with correct form?

Sit down on an incline bench with a dumbbell in each hand being held at arms length. Tip: Keep the elbows close to the torso.This will be your starting position. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.

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