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Slow-eccentric incline curl

Progression of Incline Dumbbell Curl

PROGRESSION · HOW TO DO IT

Slow-eccentric incline curl

These steps are written specifically for the Slow-eccentric incline curl. Follow them in order and stop before you lose the position.

  1. 01
    Set up your version

    Set up specifically for the Slow-eccentric incline curl. Set the bench to the named incline and keep your body supported by it.

  2. 02
    Move the pattern

    Keep the upper arms quiet as you bend the elbows and curl the weights toward the shoulders.

  3. 03
    Match the demand

    Make the lowering phase deliberately slow and keep the return smooth.

  4. 04
    Finish with control

    Squeeze without lifting the elbows, then lower until the arms are straight over three to five seconds. Lower for three to five seconds.

START WHERE YOU CAN WIN

Regress the demand

EARN THE NEXT STEP

Progress the ownership

More about this movement

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Short rangeShort range

Slow-eccentric incline curl

Sets: 3–4 · Reps: 6–12

Slow-eccentric incline curl is a progression of Incline Dumbbell Curl. Use the written card above for its exact setup and execution.

Short range: Short range means the target muscle finishes squeezed in its shortened position.

WHY IT EARNS A SPOT

Own the position,
then earn the load.

Shoulder extension places the biceps at a longer starting length before elbow flexion finishes with the muscle shortened.