Barbell Bicep Curl vs Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl
Which one fits your Biceps workout plan?
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Planfit users log Barbell Bicep Curl more often — 17,450 sessions vs 3,444. Compare Biceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Barbell Bicep Curl and Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Barbell Bicep Curl vs Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Barbell Bicep Curl more often — 17,450 sessions compared to 3,444 for Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Barbell Bicep Curl and Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Barbell Bicep Curl and Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl Differ
| What differs | Barbell Bicep Curl | Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a barbell | a dumbbell |
| Difficulty | 3 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 17,450 sessions | 3,444 sessions |
How to Do Barbell Bicep Curl
Barbell Bicep Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Please lift the barbell while keeping your elbows and shoulders fixed.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
- 3. When lowering the barbell, do not lower it completely; lower it just enough so that your biceps do not relax.
Coach's Tips
- 1. If your wrist is uncomfortable, it may be because you are gripping the barbell too narrowly. Try gripping it a little wider.
- 2. If your wrist is still uncomfortable, please use an EZ bar.
For a full Barbell Bicep Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Barbell Bicep Curl exercise guide.
How to Do Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl
Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Set the incline bench to an angle of about 45 to 60 degrees.
- 2. Sit on the incline bench and hold the dumbbells with your palms facing your body.
- 3. Keep your elbows fixed in a vertical position and bend your elbows using only the strength of your biceps.
- 4. While keeping your elbows fixed, feel the resistance of the dumbbells as you return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- Keep your elbows fixed and slowly lift and lower the dumbbells.
For a full Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Biceps, Barbell Bicep Curl or Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl?
Planfit users log Barbell Bicep Curl more often — 17,450 sessions against 3,444 for Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl. Both train Biceps, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Barbell Bicep Curl and Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl need?
Barbell Bicep Curl needs a barbell, and Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl needs a dumbbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl is the easier place to start. Move to Barbell Bicep Curl once your form holds up.
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