Olympic Barbell Hammer Curl

Olympic Barbell Hammer Curl demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand with your feet approximately shoulder-width apart, maintaining a slight bend in your knees
  • 2Hold the barbell at waist level with your palms facing your body
  • 3Curl the barbell upward, maintaining control, until your forearms are vertical
  • 4Pause for a brief moment at the top
  • 5Slowly lower the barbell back down to the starting waist level position

Tips:

  • Maintain a straight back throughout the exercise
  • Avoid swinging or rocking your body to generate momentum
  • Keep your elbows close to your body throughout the movement
  • Control the weight during the whole range of motion

Olympic Barbell Hammer Curl Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs