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Alternate Inclined Dumbbell Curl

The Alternate Inclined Dumbbell Curl is a dumbbell exercise that targets the biceps, with the forearms assisting. Follow the 6 steps below.

Alternate Inclined Dumbbell Curl demonstration
Target muscles
Biceps
Also works
Forearms
Equipment
Dumbbell
Body part
Upper arms

Step by step

  1. Set an incline bench to a 45–60 degree angle and sit back with a dumbbell in each hand, arms fully extended.
  2. Keep your palms facing forward and your elbows close to your torso.
  3. Curl the right dumbbell upward toward your shoulder while keeping your upper arm stationary.
  4. Squeeze your biceps at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbell back to full extension.
  5. Repeat the curl with your left arm in the same controlled manner.
  6. Continue alternating arms for the desired number of repetitions.

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