bodyweight side lying biceps curl
A upper arms exercise targeting the biceps, performed with body weight.
How to do bodyweight side lying biceps curl
Lie on your side with your legs extended and your head supported by your arm.
Hold your upper arm against your side and bend your elbow to curl your forearm towards your shoulder.
Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your forearm back down to the starting position.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary (target)
Secondary
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