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Seesaw Dumbbell Biceps Curl 101 Video Tutorial

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Seesaw Dumbbell Biceps Curl
Seesaw Dumbbell Biceps Curl

Exercise Synopsis

Target Muscle Group

Biceps

Secondary Targets

Execution

Isolation

Force Type

Pull

Required Equipment

Dumbbell

Fitness Level

Intermediate

Variations

None

Alternatives

Seated Alternating Biceps Curl, Standing Hammer Curl

Timer

Hour

Minute

Second

Stopwatch

00:00:00:00

Overview

The Seesaw Dumbbell Biceps Curl is an alternating curl variation where one arm lifts as the other lowers, creating continuous tension and rhythm. It engages the core slightly for balance and coordination while keeping both arms active throughout the set.

How to Perform

  1. Hold a dumbbell in each hand with arms fully extended and palms facing forward.

  2. As you curl one dumbbell up, lower the other simultaneously.

  3. Continue in a controlled seesaw motion, alternating sides.

  4. Keep elbows fixed close to your torso.

  5. Maintain even pace and smooth transitions.

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Tips

  1. Keep your abs tight to avoid swaying.

  2. Focus on constant tension between arms.

  3. Move slowly and in sync — no jerky motion.

  4. Exhale during the curl, inhale during lowering.

  5. Use moderate weights for better control.

How Not to Perform

  1. Don’t swing both arms or twist your torso.

  2. Avoid rushing — keep rhythm consistent.

  3. Don’t lift your elbows or shoulders.

  4. Avoid heavy weights that break form.

  5. Don’t let the dumbbells collide at the bottom.

Variations

Variations of fitness exercises refer to different ways of performing a specific exercise or movement to target various muscle groups, intensities, or goals. These variations aim to challenge the body differently, prevent plateaus, and cater to individuals with varying fitness levels.

Alternatives

Alternative exercises in fitness refer to different movements or activities that target similar muscle groups or serve the same training purpose as the primary exercise. These alternative exercises can be used as substitutes when the original exercise is unavailable or challenging to perform due to various reasons such as equipment limitations, injuries, or personal preferences.

EQUIPMENT

Dumbbell

EXECUTION

Isolation

FITNESS LEVEL

Intermediate

EQUIPMENT

Dumbbell

EXECUTION

Isolation

FITNESS LEVEL

Intermediate

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