Band Hammer Curl vs EZ-Bar Preacher Curl
Which one fits your Biceps workout plan?
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Band Hammer Curl is the easier place to start — difficulty 2 of 5 vs 4. Compare Biceps form cues and when to progress.
Compare the benefits of Band Hammer Curl and EZ-Bar Preacher Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Band Hammer Curl vs EZ-Bar Preacher Curl: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log EZ-Bar Preacher Curl more often — 543 sessions compared to 300 for Band Hammer Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Band Hammer Curl and EZ-Bar Preacher Curl differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Band Hammer Curl and EZ-Bar Preacher Curl Differ
| What differs | Band Hammer Curl | EZ-Bar Preacher Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a resistance band | a barbell |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 300 sessions | 543 sessions |
How to Do Band Hammer Curl
Band Hammer Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Stand on the band with your legs shoulder-width apart and hold the band with your palms facing your body.
- 2. Fix your elbows at your sides in a vertical position to the ground and bend your arms so that the band comes up to shoulder level.
- 3. Without moving your elbows and shoulders, slowly lower the band while feeling the resistance.
- 4. Do not fully extend your arms; keep them slightly bent to maximize relaxation.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Slowly adjust the tension of the band and keep your elbows fixed.
- 2. When raising your arms, engage your abs so that your lower back does not arch backward or bend forward.
- 3. When lowering your arms, do not fully extend your elbows to avoid putting strain on your joints.
For a full Band Hammer Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Band Hammer Curl exercise guide.
How to Do EZ-Bar Preacher Curl
EZ-Bar Preacher Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Press your armpits against the preacher bench.
- 2. Grab the EZ bar with your palms facing up at shoulder width.
- 3. Lift the EZ bar using only the strength of your biceps without any body or shoulder momentum.
Coach's Tips
- Fix your elbows to the pad and be careful not to move your wrists excessively.
For a full EZ-Bar Preacher Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the EZ-Bar Preacher Curl exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Biceps, Band Hammer Curl or EZ-Bar Preacher Curl?
Neither is clearly ahead — Planfit users log both at a similar rate. They both train Biceps, so the choice comes down to the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Band Hammer Curl and EZ-Bar Preacher Curl need?
Band Hammer Curl needs a resistance band, and EZ-Bar Preacher Curl needs a barbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Band Hammer Curl is the easier place to start. Move to EZ-Bar Preacher Curl once your form holds up.
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