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Dumbbell Hammer Curl

Learn how to perform Dumbbell Hammer Curl, a Arms exercise, with setup, breathing and common mistakes.

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STEP 1

Setup

Stand tall holding dumbbells in a neutral grip. Keep both elbows beside your torso and align your wrists with your forearms.

STEP 2

Start phase

Lift both dumbbells together so your forearms and front upper arms contract. Do not lean back; check that both elbows bend from the same position.

STEP 3

End phase

Lower the dumbbells slowly while keeping the neutral grip. Keep your forearms engaged during the descent.

STEP 4

Target muscles

Think of lifting with your forearms and the front of your upper arms. If only your biceps take over, check that your wrists are not rotating.

STEP 5

Common mistakes

Bent wrists or dumbbells swaying inward and outward reduce forearm engagement. Prioritize neutral wrists over heavier weight.

STEP 6

Breathing

Exhale as you lift and inhale as you lower. Steady breathing keeps both sides moving evenly.

STEP 7

Coach tip

Lower for 3 seconds to make the forearm and front-arm tension stronger. Check that both hands stop at the same height each rep.

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