BICEPS CURL
Strengthen biceps and arm flexors by curling arms upward against water resistance.
How to Perform
- Stand in shoulder-high water with arms down at your sides, palms facing forward.
- Bend your elbows and bring your hands up through the water to your chest.
- Turn your palms to face down.
- Push your arms back down until they are straight by your sides.
- Perform movement slowly with controlled, smooth motion.
Key Execution Cues
Remember: Curl smoothly up against water resistance. Keep movement controlled. Breathe throughout.
Safety & Precautions
Important: Avoid if elbow pain. Do not overextend at full arm extension.
Additional Safety Notes: Do not jerk the movement. Do not lock elbows at full extension. Stop if experiencing elbow pain.
Exercise Modifications
Make it Harder (Progressions)
Increase repetitions. Add longer holds at top or bottom. Increase arm speed.
Make it Easier (Regressions)
Reduce repetitions. Decrease range of motion. Move more slowly.