Dumbbell Curl to Press

Dumbbell Curl to Press demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand upright with a dumbbell in each hand at arms length
  • 2Curl the weights upward while keeping the elbows close to the body
  • 3Once your hands reach shoulder level, press the weights overhead
  • 4Lower them back down after a brief pause
  • 5Lower the weights back down to your sides to complete one rep

Tips:

  • Keep your core engaged through the entire set
  • Avoid using your back or shoulder to lift the weights
  • Perform the movements slowly and with control
  • Don't let the dumbbells touch at the top of the movement

Dumbbell Curl to Press Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs