Seated Biceps

Primary Muscles: biceps
Secondary: chest & shoulders
Equipment: body only
Difficulty: expert
Force: static

Instructions

Step 1.Sit on the floor with your knees bent and your partner standing behind you. Extend your arms straight behind you with your palms facing each other. Your partner will hold your wrists for you. This will be the starting position.

Step 2.Attempt to flex your elbows, while your partner prevents any actual movement.

Step 3.After 10-20 seconds, relax your arms while your partner gently pulls your wrists up to stretch your biceps. Be sure to let your partner know when the stretch is appropriate to prevent injury or overstretching.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

  • No, you don't need equipment.
  • Seated Bicepsprimarily uses your bicepsbut it also hits chest & shoulders.

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