Waiter Curl

Step-by-step technique for Waiter Curl, an exercise for biceps using dumbbells. From the Frog Fitness exercise library.

How to do it

  1. Hold one dumbbell with both hands cupping the top weight, like a tray.
  2. Keep your elbows close to your body.
  3. Curl the weight up.
  4. Lower under control.
Coach tip: The straight grip emphasizes the biceps peak.

Muscles worked

Primary: Biceps
Secondary: Forearms

Waiter Curl is a strength exercise that loads the biceps using dumbbells. Log it in Frog Fitness to follow how the load develops over time.

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