Alternate Hammer Curl
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Exercise Information
- Alternative Names: Alternating hammer curls, single arm hammer curl, alternating dumbbell hammer curl
- Type: Strength
- Experience Level: Beginner
- Equipment: Dumbbell
- Muscles Targeted: Biceps, forearms
- Mechanics: Isolation
- Average Number of Sets: 2-3 with 8-12 reps each
- Variations: None
- Alternative: Reverse barbell preacher curls
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Alternate Hammer Curl Exercise Information
- Alternative Names: Alternating hammer curls, single arm hammer curl, alternating dumbbell hammer curl
- Type: Strength
- Experience Level: Beginner
- Equipment: Dumbbell
- Muscles Targeted: Biceps, forearms
- Mechanics: Isolation
- Average Number of Sets: 2-3 with 8-12 reps each
- Variations: None
- Alternative: Reverse barbell preacher curls
How to do an Alternate Hammer Curl
When standing with the barbells, keep your elbows tucked in. During the exercise make sure to contract your biceps all the way before releasing.
Alternating Hammer Curl Tips
- Make sure to keep the arm you are not using to move the weight also under tension.
- You may start with the weaker arm first.
Alternative Exercise
Reverse Barbell Preacher Curls