Dumbbell Hammer Curl on Exercise Ball Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Biceps Brachii
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Biceps Brachii
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachioradialis, Brachialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Dumbbell Hammer Curl with Stability Ball
How to: Dumbbell Hammer Curl on Exercise Ball
- Sit on an exercise ball with your feet flat on the ground and your knees at a 90-degree angle.
- Hold a dumbbell in each hand with your arms hanging down by your sides, palms facing inwards.
- Curl the dumbbells up towards your shoulders while keeping your elbows close to your body.
- Pause at the top of the movement, then slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Using too much momentum to lift the weights.
- Hunching the shoulders instead of keeping them relaxed.
- Not fully extending your arms during the lowering phase.
Modifications
- Use a lighter dumbbell or perform the exercise without weights initially.
- Try sitting on a bench instead of an exercise ball if you have balance issues.
Tips
- Ensure you maintain a straight back while performing the curl to avoid strain.
- Control the movement to maximize muscle engagement.
- Engage your core while seated on the exercise ball for stability.
Dumbbell Hammer Curl on Exercise Ball Alternatives
Tags
Biceps
Strength Training
Upper Arms
Dumbbell
Hammer Curl
Exercise Ball