How to perform Dumbbell Reverse Curl with proper form
Starting Position
- Stand upright with a dumbbell in each hand.
- Hold the dumbbells at your sides with an overhand grip (palms facing down).
- Feet should be shoulder-width apart.
Execution
- Engage Core: Tighten your abdominal muscles to maintain stability.
- Curl Up: Keeping your elbows close to your body, flex your arms and raise the dumbbells towards your shoulders.
- Maintain Control: Avoid swinging; the movement should be smooth and controlled.
- Pause: Briefly hold the dumbbells at the top of the movement.
- Lower Down: Slowly extend your arms back to the starting position, maintaining control throughout.
Tips for Proper Form
- Keep your back straight and avoid leaning back.
- Ensure your elbows do not flare out; they should stay tucked in.
- Focus on using your forearm and bicep muscles to lift the weights.
- Perform the movement at a steady pace for optimal control.
Common Mistakes
- Swinging the weights rather than using muscle control.
- Letting elbows drift away from the body.
- Arching the back or leaning too far forward.
By following these guidelines, you can effectively perform the Dumbbell Reverse Curl while minimizing the risk of injury.
Exercises
Ab Wheel, Bodyweight
Type: Core
Target: Abs
Synergist: Hamstrings, Quadriceps, Shoulders, Back, Chest
Arnold Press, Dumbbell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Chest, Triceps
Arnold Press, Kettlebell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Chest, Triceps
Around The World, Dumbbell
Type: Core
Target: Shoulders, Chest
Synergist: Back
Back Extension, Bodyweight
Type: Lower, Core
Target: Back
Synergist: Glutes, Hamstrings
Back Extension, Leverage Machine
Type: Lower, Core
Target: Back
Synergist: Glutes, Hamstrings
Ball Slams, Medicine Ball
Type: Core, Upper
Target: Shoulders, Back
Synergist: Chest, Abs
Battle Ropes, Bodyweight
Type: Upper, Core
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Biceps, Forearms, Back
Behind The Neck Press, Barbell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Triceps
Behind The Neck Press, Smith Machine
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Triceps
Behind The Neck Press, Band
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Triceps
Bench Dip, Bodyweight
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Triceps
Synergist: Shoulders, Back, Chest
Bench Press, Barbell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Chest
Synergist: Shoulders, Triceps
Bench Press, Cable
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Chest
Synergist: Shoulders, Triceps
Bench Press, Dumbbell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Chest
Synergist: Shoulders, Triceps
Bench Press, Smith Machine
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Chest
Synergist: Shoulders, Triceps
Bench Press, Band
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Chest
Synergist: Shoulders, Triceps
Bench Press, Kettlebell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Chest
Synergist: Shoulders, Triceps
Bench Press Close Grip, Barbell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Triceps
Synergist: Shoulders, Chest
Bench Press Close Grip, Smith Machine
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Triceps
Synergist: Shoulders, Chest