Bicep Front Step Curl
Build biceps & coordination! Curl while you lunge in this dynamic move. A full body workout in one exercise.
The Bicep Front Step Curl is a compound exercise that mainly works the biceps and quads, with help from the core, glutes & hips and hamstrings. You'll need: dumbbells.

Required Equipment

Bicep Front Step Curl Muscles Worked
Primary
Biceps (biceps brachii); Side Biceps (brachialis); Quads (quadriceps femoris)
Secondary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Glutes (gluteus maximus); Hamstrings
Bicep Front Step Curl Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Bicep Front Step Curl
Biceps Curl Front Step (Plyometric)
Starting Position:
Stand upright with your feet hip-width apart.
If using weights, hold a dumbbell in each hand with your arms at your sides.
Your palms should face forward, and your elbows should be close to your body.
Movement:
Engage your core and maintain a straight posture.
Step forward with your right foot into a lunge position, bending both knees at about a 90-degree angle.
As you lunge forward, simultaneously curl the weights (or just your arms) towards your shoulders, bending your elbows.
Keep your elbows stationary and close to your torso as you lift.
Lower the weights back to the starting position while straightening your legs and stepping back to the starting position.
Repeat the movement by alternating legs.
Tips:
Focus on maintaining proper form throughout the exercise.
Keep your back straight and avoid leaning forward.
Control the movement rather than rushing through it to maximize effectiveness.
Breathe in as you lower your arms and out as you lift.
Repetitions: Aim for 10-15 reps on each leg, depending on your fitness level. Adjust the number as needed.
Bicep Front Step Curl FAQs
What muscles does the Bicep Front Step Curl work?
The Bicep Front Step Curl mainly works the biceps and quads, with help from the core, glutes & hips and hamstrings. The main muscles are the biceps brachii, brachialis and quadriceps femoris.
What equipment do you need for the Bicep Front Step Curl?
Dumbbells.
Is the Bicep Front Step Curl a compound exercise?
Yes. It's a compound movement, meaning it trains several muscle groups at once rather than isolating one.
What workout day should the Bicep Front Step Curl go on?
It belongs on pull day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Bicep Front Step Curl variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Arm & Knee Drive Curl, Dumbbell Lunge with Bicep Curl, Dumbbell Step-Up Bicep Curl and March-In-Place Bicep Curl.
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