Bicep CurlsBy Tiffany Markum and Rebecca

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Type of Lift and What Muscles

• Concentric (to the biceps brachii and the brachialis)

• Eccentric (to the tricep)

Spotting Technique

• The spotter stands in front or beside the lifter• With the hands under the weight not touching

unless the lifter needs help

Variations

• EZ bar• Dumbbells• Barbell• Standing• Sitting• Decline• Hammer Grip

Teaching Tips

• Standing- feet shoulder width apart and knees slightly bent

• Hold barbell shoulder width apart (grip should be underhand)

• Bend at the elbow curling the dumbbell up to the shoulder

• Slight pause at the shoulder• Slowly lower it back down to the beginning