Standing Dumbbell Reverse Curl
An intermediate isolation strength exercise that works the biceps, using dumbbells.
Starting position
End position
How to Do Standing Dumbbell Reverse Curl
- To begin, stand straight with a dumbbell in each hand using a pronated grip (palms facing down). Your arms should be fully extended while your feet are shoulder width apart from each other. This is the starting position.
- While holding the upper arms stationary, curl the weights while contracting the biceps as you breathe out. Only the forearms should move. Continue the movement until your biceps are fully contracted and the dumbbells are at shoulder level. Hold the contracted position for a second as you squeeze the muscle.
- Slowly begin to bring the dumbbells back to starting position as your breathe in.
- Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
Muscles Worked
Alternatives to Standing Dumbbell Reverse Curl
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Standing One-Arm Cable Curl
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Close-Grip Standing Barbell Curl
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Dumbbell Prone Incline Curl
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Reverse Barbell Curl
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Reverse Cable Curl
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Standing Inner-Biceps Curl
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Standing Biceps Cable Curl
A beginner isolation strength exercise that works the biceps, using a cable machine.
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Wide-Grip Standing Barbell Curl
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Alternate Incline Dumbbell Curl
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Drag Curl
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Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles do standing dumbbell reverse curl work?
Standing Dumbbell Reverse Curl primarily works the biceps. The forearms assist as secondary muscles.
What equipment do I need for standing dumbbell reverse curl?
Standing Dumbbell Reverse Curl uses dumbbells.
Standing Dumbbell Reverse Curl: is it suitable for beginners?
Standing Dumbbell Reverse Curl is rated intermediate. Movements that assume you already own the basic pattern and are ready to load it.
What can I do instead of standing dumbbell reverse curl?
Standing One-Arm Cable Curl, Close-Grip Standing Barbell Curl, Dumbbell Prone Incline Curl train the same primary muscles and are listed with 7 more alternatives above.
Can Fitnit count my standing dumbbell reverse curl reps automatically?
Not automatically yet. Fitnit's AI rep counting covers push-ups, squats, dumbbell curls, crunches and pull-ups today; standing dumbbell reverse curl can be logged manually in the app, and tracked movements are added over time.
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