Olympic Barbell Hammer Curl (female)

Olympic Barbell Hammer Curl demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand tall with a barbell in your hands, palms facing towards your body
  • 2Keeping your elbows close to your body, raise the barbell towards your shoulders
  • 3Squeeze your biceps at the top
  • 4Lower the barbell back down in a controlled motion to the starting position
  • 5Repeat for desired amount of reps

Tips:

  • Keep your shoulders rolled back and down throughout the exercise
  • Avoid using your back or shoulders to lift the weight - keep the focus on your biceps and forearms
  • Don't rush the movement, ensure it's done in a controlled manner
  • Make sure not to lock your elbows out at the bottom of the movement

Olympic Barbell Hammer Curl Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs