Preacher Hammer Dumbbell Curl
A beginner isolation strength exercise that works the biceps, using dumbbells.
Starting position
End position
How to Do Preacher Hammer Dumbbell Curl
- Place the upper part of both arms on top of the preacher bench as you hold a dumbbell in each hand with the palms facing each other (neutral grip).
- As you breathe in, slowly lower the dumbbells until your upper arm is extended and the biceps is fully stretched.
- As you exhale, use the biceps to curl the weight up until your biceps is fully contracted and the dumbbells are at shoulder height.
- Squeeze the biceps hard for a second at the contracted position and repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
Muscles Worked
Alternatives to Preacher Hammer Dumbbell Curl
10 movements that train the same primary muscle, closest substitutes first — same kind of training, then variations of the movement itself, then a similar difficulty.
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Cable Preacher Curl
A beginner isolation strength exercise that works the biceps, using a cable machine.
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Preacher Curl
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Alternate Hammer Curl
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Alternate Incline Dumbbell Curl
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Cross Body Hammer Curl
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Dumbbell Alternate Bicep Curl
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Incline Dumbbell Curl
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Lying Supine Dumbbell Curl
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One Arm Dumbbell Preacher Curl
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Seated Dumbbell Curl
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Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles do preacher hammer dumbbell curl work?
Preacher Hammer Dumbbell Curl primarily works the biceps. The forearms assist as secondary muscles.
What equipment do I need for preacher hammer dumbbell curl?
Preacher Hammer Dumbbell Curl uses dumbbells.
Preacher Hammer Dumbbell Curl: is it suitable for beginners?
Yes. Preacher Hammer Dumbbell Curl is rated beginner. Movements you can learn in a session, with a low skill floor and a forgiving failure mode.
What can I do instead of preacher hammer dumbbell curl?
Cable Preacher Curl, Preacher Curl, Alternate Hammer Curl train the same primary muscles and are listed with 7 more alternatives above.
Can Fitnit count my preacher hammer dumbbell curl reps automatically?
Not automatically yet. Fitnit's AI rep counting covers push-ups, squats, dumbbell curls, crunches and pull-ups today; preacher hammer dumbbell curl can be logged manually in the app, and tracked movements are added over time.
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