Biceps Curl

ElbowElbow Strengthening
Written By David Song

BICEPS CURL

This is an elbow flexion strengthening exercise. This exercise may be completed seated or standing. Start with your elbows directly below your shoulder. Bend the elbow to raise the weight without shifting the elbow forwards or backwards. Keep the core braced to hold a neutral spine. Isolate the elbow flexors by keeping the shoulder in a single position without allowing it to roll inwards or backwards. Lower the weight to complete a repetition.

Muscles Involved:

  • Biceps Brachii

  • Brachialis

Related Conditions:

    • Biceps Tendinitis

    • SLAP Lesion

    • Brachialis Strain

    • Biceps Strain

    • Long Head Biceps Tendon Instability

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