Dumbbell Bicep Curl vs Concentration Curl
Which one fits your Biceps workout plan?
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Planfit users log Dumbbell Bicep Curl more often — 31,233 sessions vs 3,522. Compare Biceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Bicep Curl and Concentration Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Dumbbell Bicep Curl vs Concentration Curl: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Dumbbell Bicep Curl more often — 31,233 sessions compared to 3,522 for Concentration Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Bicep Curl and Concentration Curl differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Dumbbell Bicep Curl and Concentration Curl Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Bicep Curl | Concentration Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | biceps and forearms | biceps |
| One side at a time | No | Yes |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 31,233 sessions | 3,522 sessions |
How to Do Dumbbell Bicep Curl
Dumbbell Bicep Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Please lift the dumbbell while keeping your elbows and shoulders fixed.
- 2. As you lift, rotate your palms to face your body to maximize the contraction of your biceps.
- 3. Slowly return to the starting position.
- 4. When lowering the dumbbell, do not lower it completely; lower it just enough so that your biceps do not relax.
Coach's Tips
- It is fine to proceed with both sides at once, but if you do it one side at a time, you can feel a more concentrated contraction.
For a full Dumbbell Bicep Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Dumbbell Bicep Curl exercise guide.
How to Do Concentration Curl
Concentration Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Keep your elbow fixed on your thigh and lift the dumbbell up using your biceps.
- 2. Do not move your elbow or shoulder; just bend your arm.
- 3. At the top, strongly contract your biceps.
- 4. Slowly lower it back to the starting position while feeling the resistance.
- 5. Start the next repetition without fully extending your arm, keeping it slightly bent.
Coach's Tips
- Keep your elbows steady and slowly raise the weight.
For a full Concentration Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Concentration Curl exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Biceps, Dumbbell Bicep Curl or Concentration Curl?
Planfit users log Dumbbell Bicep Curl more often — 31,233 sessions against 3,522 for Concentration Curl. Both train Biceps, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Dumbbell Bicep Curl and Concentration Curl work the same muscles?
Not quite. Dumbbell Bicep Curl loads biceps and forearms, and Concentration Curl loads biceps.
What equipment do Dumbbell Bicep Curl and Concentration Curl need?
Dumbbell Bicep Curl needs a dumbbell, and Concentration Curl needs a dumbbell.
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