Cable Hammer Curl vs Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl
Which one fits your Biceps workout plan?
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Cable Hammer Curl and Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl are close in use — 4,647 vs 3,444 sessions logged. What separates them is Biceps loading and form.
Compare the benefits of Cable Hammer Curl and Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Cable Hammer Curl vs Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Cable Hammer Curl more often — 4,647 sessions compared to 3,444 for Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Cable Hammer 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 Cable Hammer Curl and Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl Differ
| What differs | Cable Hammer Curl | Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a machine | a dumbbell |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 4,647 sessions | 3,444 sessions |
How to Do Cable Hammer Curl
Cable Hammer Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Stand with your legs shoulder-width apart and grab the cable with your palms facing your body.
- 2. Fix your elbows at your sides, perpendicular to the ground, and bend your arms until the cable reaches shoulder height.
- 3. Keep your elbows and shoulders still while slowly lowering the cable, feeling the resistance.
- 4. Do not fully extend your arms; keep them slightly bent to maximize relaxation.
Coach's Tips
- Be careful not to move your wrist excessively and keep your elbow fixed.
For a full Cable Hammer Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Cable Hammer 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, Cable Hammer Curl or Incline Dumbbell Hammer 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 Cable Hammer Curl and Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl need?
Cable Hammer Curl needs a machine, and Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl needs a dumbbell.
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