Dumbbell Cross Body Hammer Curl Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Brachioradialis
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Brachioradialis
- Secondary Muscles
- Biceps Brachii, Brachialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4.5
How to: Dumbbell Cross Body Hammer Curl
- Start by standing upright with a dumbbell in each hand at your sides.
- Lift one dumbbell across your body towards the opposite shoulder, keeping your elbow tucked in.
- Lower the dumbbell back down to your side.
- Repeat with the other arm, alternating sides.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum instead of muscle strength.
- Not fully extending the arms at the bottom of the movement.
- Allowing the wrists to bend during the curl.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise seated to reduce strain on the lower back.
- Use a lighter weight to maintain proper form.
Tips
- Keep your elbows close to your body during the movement.
- Control the weight to avoid swinging.
- Focus on squeezing the biceps at the top of the curl.
Dumbbell Cross Body Hammer Curl Alternatives
Tags
upper arms
bicep curl
strength
dumbbell
brachioradialis
biceps