How To Do Dumbbell Concentration Curls

  • October 9, 2009
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This exercise puts you in the classical “The Thinker” position. Do it enough and you’ll be statuesque, too.

You Will Need

  • A padded weight bench
  • A dumbbell

Always consult a physician before attempting any exercise program.

How To Do Dumbbell Concentration Curls: Sit on bench & spread legs

Step 1: Sit on bench & spread legs

Sit on the bench with your legs spread to at least 90 degrees.

How To Do Dumbbell Concentration Curls: Grab dumbbell

Step 2: Grab dumbbell

Reach down and grab the dumbbell between your feet with your right hand using an underhand grip (palm facing out).

How To Do Dumbbell Concentration Curls: Place arm against thigh

Step 3: Place arm against thigh

Sit up and place the back of your right upper arm against your right inner thigh.

Your arm should hang in a straight line from your shoulder.

How To Do Dumbbell Concentration Curls: Lift dumbbell

Step 4: Lift dumbbell

Lift the dumbbell to the front of your shoulder being careful not to lean into the curl.

How To Do Dumbbell Concentration Curls: Lower dumbbell

Step 5: Lower dumbbell

Lower the dumbbell until your arm is extended.

How To Do Dumbbell Concentration Curls: Switch arms

Step 6: Switch arms

Finish the number of reps you want with your right arm—then switch to your left.

Governor Schwarzenegger called concentration curls the single best exercise for maximizing the height of one’s biceps.

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