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Dumbbell curl: how to do it with good form

The dumbbell curl is the basic exercise for the front of the arms. Each arm works on its own, so differences between sides show up clearly.

How to do it

  1. 1

    Stand with a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing forward.

  2. 2

    Keep your elbows at your sides and curl the weights up.

  3. 3

    Squeeze at the top.

  4. 4

    Lower slowly to straight arms.

Common mistakes

  • Swinging the body to lift the weight.
  • Elbows drifting forward.

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