Weighted Standing Curl (female)

Weighted Standing Curl demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand tall with weights in both hands, arms fully extended.
  • 2Keep your elbows close to your torso at all times.
  • 3Curl the weights while contracting your biceps.
  • 4Continue the movement until your biceps are fully contracted and the weights are at shoulder level.
  • 5Slowly begin to bring the weights back to starting position.

Tips:

  • Keep your upper body still; don't use your back or shoulders to lift the weights.
  • Hold the contracted position briefly to get the maximum benefit.
  • Control the weights as you lower them, don't let them drop.
  • Try not to lock your elbows at the bottom of the move. Always keep them slightly bent.

Weighted Standing Curl Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs