Hammer Curls

Start: Hold dumbbells at your sides with palms facing your torso. Curl: Lift the weights toward your shoulders while maintaining the neutral grip (like holding a hammer). Squeeze: Contract the biceps at the top without moving your elbows forward. Lower: Slowly return to the starting position with full control.

Exercise Profile

Category
Isolation
Primary Muscle
Biceps
Equipment
Dumbbell
Difficulty
Intermediate

Recommended Sets & Reps

beginner
3 sets of 10-12 reps
intermediate
4 sets of 8-10 reps
advanced
4 sets of 6-8 reps

Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Hammer Curls work?

Hammer Curls primarily targets the biceps.

What equipment do I need for Hammer Curls?

Hammer Curls requires dumbbell.

Is Hammer Curls good for beginners?

Hammer Curls is rated intermediate difficulty. Some experience is recommended.

Is Hammer Curls a compound or isolation exercise?

Hammer Curls is a isolation exercise, meaning it focuses on a single joint and muscle group.