Dumbbell Hammer Curl vs Barbell Reverse Curl
Which one fits your Biceps workout plan?
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Planfit users log Dumbbell Hammer Curl more often — 21,918 sessions vs 446. Compare Biceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Hammer Curl and Barbell Reverse Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Dumbbell Hammer Curl vs Barbell Reverse Curl: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Dumbbell Hammer Curl more often — 21,918 sessions compared to 446 for Barbell Reverse Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Hammer Curl and Barbell 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 Dumbbell Hammer Curl and Barbell Reverse Curl Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Hammer Curl | Barbell Reverse Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a barbell |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 21,918 sessions | 446 sessions |
How to Do Dumbbell Hammer Curl
Dumbbell Hammer Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Please lift the dumbbell while keeping your elbows and shoulders fixed.
- 2. Lift it without twisting your wrists.
- 3. Slowly return to the starting position.
- 4. When lowering the dumbbell, do not lower it completely; lower it just enough so that your biceps do not relax.
Coach's Tips
- It is fine to proceed with both sides at once, but if you do it one side at a time, you can feel a more focused contraction.
For a full Dumbbell Hammer Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Dumbbell Hammer Curl exercise guide.
How to Do Barbell Reverse Curl
Barbell Reverse 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. Maintain a natural grip to avoid bending your wrist.
- 2. Keep your shoulders fixed and not raised.
For a full Barbell Reverse Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Barbell Reverse Curl exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Biceps, Dumbbell Hammer Curl or Barbell Reverse Curl?
Planfit users log Dumbbell Hammer Curl more often — 21,918 sessions against 446 for Barbell 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 Dumbbell Hammer Curl and Barbell Reverse Curl need?
Dumbbell Hammer Curl needs a dumbbell, and Barbell Reverse Curl needs a barbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Dumbbell Hammer Curl is the easier place to start. Move to Barbell Reverse Curl once your form holds up.
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