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Dumbbell Concentration Curl

Dumbbell Concentration Curl — movement illustration 1

Concentration exercises limit your range of movement to increase the effectiveness of the movement.

Equipment
Dumbbell
Muscle groups
Arms
Primary muscles
Biceps
Secondary muscles
Forearms

How to perform this exercise

  1. Sit on the end of a flat bench with your feet flat and your legs spread apart.
  2. Grasp a dumbbell in your hand, palms facing up.
  3. With your elbow pressed against your inner thigh, curl the dumbbell up towards your chest.
  4. Slowly return to the starting position.
  5. Repeat and switch arms.

Use a controlled range of motion and a load you can manage. Stop if a movement causes pain. Ask a qualified coach for help with unfamiliar exercises.

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