Elbows swing forward on the curl
Anterior delt assists; bicep loses its isolated stimulus.
Overactive muscles
Anterior deltoidUpper trapezius
Corrective work
Foam RollUpper traps↗StretchLevator scapulae stretch↗Pull · Upper Body
Resistance Band Bicep Curl
Coaching cues
- Stand on the center of the band; hold both ends with palms up
- Curl both hands toward the shoulders; squeeze at the top
- Band increases resistance as you extend — peak tension at lockout
- Lower slowly — the eccentric against the band builds significant stimulus
Common faults 2
Trunk rocks back on every rep
Erectors generate momentum; the band does not create enough resistance.
Overactive muscles
Erector spinae
Corrective work
Foam RollErector spinae↗StretchHalf-kneeling hip flexor stretch↗