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Proper Form for Dumbbell Incline Curls:
- Starting Position: Sit on an incline bench set at a 45–60-degree angle. Hold a dumbbell in each hand with a supinated (palm-up) grip, allowing your arms to fully extend at your sides.
- Shoulder Positioning: Keep your shoulders pulled back and down to prevent unnecessary strain.
- Curl Motion: Contract your biceps and slowly curl the dumbbells up toward your shoulders while keeping your elbows stationary.
- Peak Contraction: Squeeze your biceps at the top for a second to maximize engagement.
- Controlled Lowering: Slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position, maintaining full control of the movement.
Common Mistakes:
- Using Momentum: Swinging the dumbbells reduces bicep activation. Focus on a controlled lift and lower.
- Lifting Too Heavy: Using excessive weight can cause improper form and strain the shoulders or wrists.
- Letting Elbows Move Forward: Keep elbows in place to prevent turning the movement into a shoulder exercise.
- Not Fully Extending the Arms: Failing to lower the dumbbells completely shortens the range of motion and reduces effectiveness.
- Arching the Back: Keep your back flat against the bench to prevent unnecessary strain.
Dumbbell Incline Curl Tutorial
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