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Seated Biceps

Seated Biceps is an expert isolation bodyweight stretching that mainly works your biceps, with help from your chest and shoulders.

๐Ÿ’ช Biceps๐Ÿ‹๏ธ Bodyweight๐Ÿ“ˆ Expert๐Ÿ”— Isolation๐ŸŽฏ 2-3 holds of 20-30 seconds per side
Seated Biceps: starting position
Starting position
Seated Biceps: end position
End position

How to do the seated biceps

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

Muscles worked

Primary: BicepsSecondary: ChestSecondary: Shoulders

Sets and reps

Hold each stretch for 20-30 seconds without bouncing, 2-3 times per side. Stretch after training or on rest days.

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Seated Biceps alternatives

Exercises that train the same main muscle, including options with other equipment.

Standing Biceps StretchOther ยท BeginnerBrachialis-SMROther ยท Intermediate

FAQ

What muscles does the seated biceps work?

It mainly works your biceps; your chest and shoulders assist.

How many sets and reps of seated biceps should I do?

Hold each stretch for 20-30 seconds without bouncing, 2-3 times per side. Stretch after training or on rest days.

Is the seated biceps good for beginners?

It is an advanced movement. Build a base with simpler exercises for the same muscles first, and learn it with light weight or a coach.

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