Dumbbell Bent-Over Curl
Both dumbbells curled from a hip hinge with the upper arms hanging straight down, so the torso angle, not a bench, keeps them still.
How to do it
Setup
Bent forward from the hips about 45°, flat back and soft knees, the dumbbells hanging below the shoulders with the palms forward.
Steps
- Curl both bells toward the shoulders, upper arms vertical.
- Keep the torso angle fixed; only the forearms move.
- Lower the bells until the arms hang straight.
Common mistakes
Standing up as the bells rise: hold the hinge; the torso keeps its angle. Elbows drifting forward to help: the upper arms hang straight down. Rounding the lower back: keep it flat and brace before each set.
Breathing
Exhale on the curl, inhale lowering.
