Dumbbell Hammer Preacher Curl

Dumbbell Hammer Preacher Curl demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Sit at a preacher bench with arms extended and the back of your upper arms resting on the pad.
  • 2Hold one dumbbell in your hand with palms facing inwards.
  • 3Curl the dumbbell upwards in a semicircular arc while maintaining tightness in your biceps.
  • 4Lower the dumbbell slowly back to the starting position.

Tips:

  • Make sure your arms are fully extended at the start.
  • Don't use your shoulders or back to lift the dumbbell, isolate the biceps.
  • Keep your wrists straight throughout the exercise.
  • Control the weight during the eccentric (lowering) phase, don't let it drop quickly.

Dumbbell Hammer Preacher Curl Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs