How to perform Band Concentration Curl with proper form

Equipment Needed

  • Resistance band

Steps

  1. Starting Position:

    • Sit on a bench or chair with legs spread.
    • Place one end of the resistance band under your foot and hold the other end with the opposite hand.
  2. Hand Placement:

    • Position your elbow against the inside of your thigh. This stabilizes your arm and isolates the bicep.
  3. Curl Motion:

    • Keeping your upper arm stationary, curl the band upwards by bending your elbow.
    • Focus on squeezing your bicep at the top of the movement.
  4. Lowering Phase:

    • Slowly lower the band back to the starting position, maintaining tension in the band throughout.
  5. Repetitions:

    • Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch arms.

Form Tips

  • Keep your back straight and avoid leaning.
  • Control the movement, ensuring no momentum is used.
  • Maintain steady breathing: exhale on the curl, inhale as you lower.

Common Mistakes

  • Letting the elbow drift away from the thigh, which reduces isolation.
  • Using too much body movement or momentum to complete the curl.
  • Failing to maintain tension in the band during the entire movement.

Benefits

  • Targets the biceps specifically.
  • Can be done anywhere with minimal equipment.