Isometric Biceps Curl

ElbowElbow Strengthening
Written By David Song

ISOMETRIC BICEPS CURLS

This is an isometric contraction exercise for the elbow flexors. You may use a dumbbell, kettlebell, cable pulley, or strength band for this exercise. If using a band, start by standing on one end of the band. Bend the elbow to 90 degrees flexion and hold for up to 7 seconds. Be sure to keep the elbow directly below the shoulder, and shoulder blade retracted and depressed.

Muscles Involved:

  • Biceps Brachii

  • Brachialis

Related Conditions:

    • Biceps Tendinitis

    • SLAP Lesion

    • Brachialis Strain

    • Biceps Strain

    • Long Head Biceps Tendon Instability

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