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Dumbbell Hammer Curl

Overview

The Dumbbell Hammer Curl is a strength-training exercise that primarily targets the brachialis and brachioradialis muscles in the upper arms, along with the biceps to a lesser extent. It is a variation of the traditional bicep curl that involves a neutral grip, resembling the grip you would use when holding a hammer.

Description

Let's get started by grabbing both your dumbbells and have them hanging by your side with the palms facing inwards towards your body.

This is the starting position.

From here curl the dumbbells up, by bending at the elbow until the arms are fully flexed or as high as you can. As you do this keep your palms facing inwards the whole time.

Once done, return the dumbbells back down safely to your side. This is one repetition, now repeat this for the desired amount.

If you have limited gripping ability try using the Active Hands Gripping Aids to make this exercise as safe as possible.

Benefits

  • Forearm and Bicep Development: Targets and strengthens the forearms, brachialis, brachioradialis, and biceps muscles.
  • Improved Grip Strength: Helps enhance grip strength, making it beneficial for various daily activities and sports that involve gripping objects.
  • Versatility: Provides a variation to traditional bicep curls, allowing for a more well-rounded arm workout and muscle development.

Area focus

  • Arms
  • Pull

Primary muscles

  • Biceps

Secondary muscles

Exercise type

Strength