Alternating Dumbbell Curl

Learn how to do Alternating Dumbbell Curl with proper form. Watch the 4K video, see which muscles are worked, and follow step-by-step instructions.

MET 3.5 Biceps अग्रबाहु No equipment

Alternating Dumbbell Curl is a No equipment exercise that primarily targets the Biceps, with secondary activation of the अग्रबाहु. It has a MET value of 3.5, meaning a 70kg person burns approximately 123 calories in a 30-minute session..

How to Do Alternating Dumbbell Curl

How to perform this exercise correctly 😎

1 - Stand with a dumbbell in each hand using a neutral grip.

2 - Arms are straight and elbows close to your body.

Nice, you're in the starting position 👌

3 - Now, keeping this position, curl only one forearm up until your bicep is fully contracted.

4 - While controlling the movement, return to the starting position.

5 - Alternate between right & left arm.

Feel free to rewatch the video to fully understand the movement.
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Muscles Worked by Alternating Dumbbell Curl

Primary Biceps

Secondary

अग्रबाहु

Equipment

No equipment

Calories Burned Doing Alternating Dumbbell Curl

आपका वज़न

अवधि

मिनट

अनुमानित खपत

123 कैलोरी

कैलोरी = MET × वज़न (kg) × समय (घंटे)

Quick Facts: Alternating Dumbbell Curl

Type: No equipment exercise
Primary muscle: Biceps
Secondary muscles: अग्रबाहु
MET value: 3.5
Calories (30 min, 70kg): ≈ 123 cal
Video quality: 4K with male and female demonstrations

FAQ: Alternating Dumbbell Curl

What muscles does Alternating Dumbbell Curl work?

Alternating Dumbbell Curl primarily targets the Biceps, with secondary engagement of the अग्रबाहु.

How do you do Alternating Dumbbell Curl correctly?

How to perform this exercise correctly 😎 1 - Stand with a dumbbell in each hand using a neutral grip. 2 - Arms are straight and elbows close to your bod

Is Alternating Dumbbell Curl good for beginners?

Alternating Dumbbell Curl has a MET value of 3.5, indicating a moderate intensity exercise appropriate for most fitness levels.

What equipment do you need for Alternating Dumbbell Curl?

Alternating Dumbbell Curl requires: No equipment.

What are the benefits of Alternating Dumbbell Curl?

Alternating Dumbbell Curl strengthens the Biceps, engages the अग्रबाहु.

What exercises are similar to Alternating Dumbbell Curl?

Similar exercises to Alternating Dumbbell Curl include Barbell Curl – Straight Bar, Concentration Curl – Dumbbell, Dumbbell Biceps Curl, Dumbbell Hammer Curl.

Is Alternating Dumbbell Curl better than Barbell Curl – Straight Bar?

Both Alternating Dumbbell Curl and Barbell Curl – Straight Bar target the Biceps. Choose based on your available equipment and training goals.

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