Dumbbell Prone Alternate Hammer Curl Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Brachioradialis
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Forearms
- Primary Muscle
- Brachioradialis
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Biceps Brachii
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6
- Alternate Names
- Hammer Curl in Prone Position
How to: Dumbbell Prone Alternate Hammer Curl
- Begin by lying face down on a bench with a dumbbell in each hand.
- Let your arms hang down towards the floor.
- Curl one dumbbell towards your shoulder while keeping the other arm extended.
- Lower the dumbbell back down and repeat with the other arm.
- Alternate between arms for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Letting elbows drift away from the body.
- Using too much weight and sacrificing form.
- Rushing through the movement without control.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights to maintain form and control.
- Perform the exercise seated to reduce strain.
Tips
- Keep your elbows close to your body throughout the movement.
- Control your motion to avoid using momentum.
- Engage your core for stability.
Dumbbell Prone Alternate Hammer Curl Alternatives
Tags
forearms
biceps
strength
dumbbell
curl
upper arms