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Dumbbell Biceps Curl with Overhead Extension on Stability Ball

Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Dumbbell Biceps Curl with Overhead Extension on Stability Ball.

MediumBicepsTriceps

About this exercise

The Dumbbell Biceps Curl with Overhead Extension on Stability Ball trains the biceps and triceps at the same time: one arm curls while the other performs an overhead triceps extension. Kneeling on a stability ball also challenges your balance.

How to Perform

  • Kneel on a stability ball with both knees, holding a dumbbell in each hand
  • Hold one arm straight at your side with the palm facing forward, and the other dumbbell behind your head with the elbow pointing up
  • Curl the lower dumbbell to your shoulder while you extend the upper arm straight overhead
  • Slowly lower the curled dumbbell while you bend the upper arm to bring its dumbbell back behind your head
  • Keep the upper elbow close to your head throughout
  • Switch arms after the set

Muscle Activation

Primary
BicepsTriceps
Secondary
Outer forearm

About the Dumbbell Biceps Curl with Overhead Extension on Stability Ball

The Dumbbell Biceps Curl with Overhead Extension on Stability Ball is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.