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Biceps

Zottman Curl

Primary muscle
Biceps
Also works
Forearms
Equipment
Dumbbell
Movement pattern
Elbow flexion
Role in a program
Accessory

How to do it

Curl the dumbbells up with a supinated grip, then rotate to a pronated grip at the top. Lower slowly in the overhand position to hammer the forearms, then rotate back at the bottom.

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