Dumbbell Bicep Curl vs Incline Dumbbell Curl
Which one fits your Biceps workout plan?
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Planfit users log Dumbbell Bicep Curl more often — 31,233 sessions vs 9,441. Compare Biceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Bicep Curl and Incline Dumbbell Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Dumbbell Bicep Curl vs Incline Dumbbell 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 9,441 for Incline Dumbbell Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Bicep Curl and Incline Dumbbell 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 Incline Dumbbell Curl Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Bicep Curl | Incline Dumbbell Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 31,233 sessions | 9,441 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 Incline Dumbbell Curl
Incline Dumbbell Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Set the incline bench to about 45-60 degrees.
- 2. Sit on the incline bench and hold the dumbbells with your palms facing forward.
- 3. Keep your elbows fixed in a vertical position and bend your elbows using only the strength of your biceps.
- 4. At the highest point, twist your wrists outward.
- 5. While keeping your elbows fixed, feel the resistance of the dumbbells and return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Brace your abs firmly so that your upper body does not sway and your lower back does not bend, and slowly lift and lower the dumbbells.
- 2. If you feel pain in your elbows or the front of your shoulders, reduce the dumbbell weight by about 20%.
For a full Incline Dumbbell Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Incline Dumbbell Curl exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Biceps, Dumbbell Bicep Curl or Incline Dumbbell Curl?
Planfit users log Dumbbell Bicep Curl more often — 31,233 sessions against 9,441 for Incline Dumbbell Curl. Both train Biceps, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Dumbbell Bicep Curl and Incline Dumbbell Curl need?
Dumbbell Bicep Curl needs a dumbbell, and Incline Dumbbell Curl needs a dumbbell.
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