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Arm Curl -- Machine

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Equipment

  • Arm Curl

Muscle Groups

  • Biceps
  • Forearms

Purposes

  • Biceps strength
  • Forearm strength
Sets Reps Distance Duration
Tempo Intensity (% of Max) Weight Load Rest Period

Description

  • Place the upper arms parallel, resting on the padding.
  • Sit with the legs bent at right angles.
  • Tighten your core muscles to hold the truck.
  • Hold the handles with a steady grip, making sure your wrists are in the neutral position.
  • Bend the arms in a uniform movement, until the elbows are bent 90 degrees.
  • Return to the starting position, be careful not to over extend the elbows.

ProTip

  • Place your elbows in line with the axis of rotation

Mistakes

  • Moving the elbows away from the axis of rotation during the curl.
  • Pulling the shoulders back.