How to Do Dumbbell Hammer Curls

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Biceps curls are a great way to get muscular arms. There are a variety of exercises you can perform to enhance your arms. Hammer curls are a great way to not only get a nice set of biceps, but nice forearms as well.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Dumbbells

How to Do Dumbbell Hammer Curls

Step 1

Find a set of dumbbells with a weight that you can handle for 8 repetitions.
Step 2

Arms at your side in starting position.

Grasp the dumbbells and hold at your sides. This is the starting position.
Step 3

Curl up without twisting your wrist

Curl one arm straight up without turning or twisting your wrist.
Step 4

Once at the top of your curl squeeze your bicep for a split second feeling the contraction in your arm.
Step 5

Switch arms and curl up

Return to starting position. Alternate and curl with the other arm. Perform for at least 8 repetitions on each arm.