Hammer Curl

Step-by-step technique for Hammer Curl, an exercise for biceps using dumbbells. From the Frog Fitness exercise library.

Technique video

How to do it

  1. Stand tall with a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing your body.
  2. Keep your elbows close to your body.
  3. Curl the dumbbells up with thumbs facing up.
  4. Lower under control.
Coach tip: The neutral grip hits the brachialis and forearm more.

Muscles worked

Primary: Biceps
Secondary: Forearms

Hammer Curl is a strength exercise that loads the biceps using dumbbells. Log it in Frog Fitness to follow how the load develops over time.

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