Cable Hammer Curl vs Incline Dumbbell Reverse Curl
Which one fits your Biceps workout plan?
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Planfit users log Cable Hammer Curl more often — 4,647 sessions vs 51. Compare Biceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Cable Hammer Curl and Incline Dumbbell Reverse Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Cable Hammer Curl vs Incline Dumbbell Reverse 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 51 for Incline Dumbbell Reverse Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Cable Hammer Curl and Incline Dumbbell Reverse 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 Reverse Curl Differ
| What differs | Cable Hammer Curl | Incline Dumbbell Reverse Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a machine | a dumbbell |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 4,647 sessions | 51 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 Reverse Curl
Incline Dumbbell Reverse Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Please lift the dumbbell while keeping your shoulders and elbows fixed.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
- 3. When lowering the dumbbell, do not lower it completely; lower it just enough so that your biceps do not lose tension.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Keep your shoulders fixed and move only your arms.
- 2. Make sure your wrists do not bend.
For a full Incline Dumbbell Reverse Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Incline Dumbbell Reverse Curl exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Biceps, Cable Hammer Curl or Incline Dumbbell Reverse Curl?
Planfit users log Cable Hammer Curl more often — 4,647 sessions against 51 for Incline Dumbbell Reverse Curl. Both train Biceps, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Cable Hammer Curl and Incline Dumbbell Reverse Curl need?
Cable Hammer Curl needs a machine, and Incline Dumbbell Reverse Curl needs a dumbbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Cable Hammer Curl is the easier place to start. Move to Incline Dumbbell Reverse Curl once your form holds up.
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