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Biceps

Dumbbell

Incline dumbbell curls

Incline curls with maximum stretch in the long head of the biceps.

Setup

  • Set incline bench to about 45-60°, lean back upright.

  • Hold a dumbbell in each hand, arms hanging loose, palms facing forward.

  • Keep upper arms behind the body line to create the stretch.

  • Lift chest, keep shoulder blades stable.

  • Core tight, elbows locked.

Execution

  • Curl the dumbbells up, keeping upper arms still and back.

  • Squeeze the biceps at the top, hold briefly.

  • Lower slowly until the biceps are fully stretched.

  • No momentum, move only from the elbow joint.

  • Breathing: Exhale when curling, inhale when lowering.