Resistance band
Band Alternating Biceps Curl
Biceps · Upper Arms
Beginner5
Demonstration
BeginnerIsolationMachine
Smith Machine Bicep Curl
Biceps · Upper Arms
3
sets
12–15
reps
45s
Rest time
~5
Calories / set
Instructions
- 1
Adjust the height of the smith machine bar to be at waist level.
- 2
Stand facing the smith machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- 3
Grasp the bar with an underhand grip, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- 4
Keep your elbows close to your sides and your upper arms stationary.
- 5
Exhale and curl the bar up towards your shoulders, contracting your biceps.
- 6
Pause for a moment at the top of the movement, squeezing your biceps.
- 7
Inhale and slowly lower the bar back down to the starting position.
- 8
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary
Biceps
forearms
Secondary
forearms
Pro tips
- Move through the full range of motion under control.
- Keep tension on the target muscle — avoid using momentum.
- Breathe out on the effort, in on the return.
- Pick a weight that lets you keep clean form for every rep.
Common mistakes
- Using too much weight and sacrificing technique.
- Rushing reps instead of controlling the tempo.
- Cutting the range of motion short.
- Holding your breath throughout the set.
Safety notes
- Warm up thoroughly before working heavy.
- Stop immediately if you feel sharp or joint pain.
- Use a spotter or safeties for heavy barbell work.
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