Strength

Band Curl

Band Curl, an effective strength exercise, targets your biceps to enhance size and stamina. Ideal for a total-body strengthening regimen, this simple exercise involves curling a resistance band.

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Band Curl instructions

Step-by-step instructions

1

Stand tall with feet hips-width apart and a resistance band under your feet.

2

Hold both ends of the band with your palms facing forward, keeping your elbows close to your body.

3

Bend your elbows and curl your hands towards your shoulders.

4

Keep your upper body still; avoid leaning back or using your shoulders to lift the band.

5

Slowly lower your hands back to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of reps.

Stand tall with feet hips-width apart and a resistance band under your feet.

Hold both ends of the band with your palms facing forward, keeping your elbows close to your body.

Bend your elbows and curl your hands towards your shoulders.

Keep your upper body still; avoid leaning back or using your shoulders to lift the band.

Slowly lower your hands back to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of reps.

Equipment needed

Bands

Barbell

Battle Ropes

Bench

Bosu

Box

Cables

Dip Bar

Dumbbell

EZ Curl Bar

Hex Bar

Kettlebell

Ladder

Machine

Pull-Up Bar

Yoga Ball

Muscles used

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Back

Front

Strength distributions

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