Dumbbell Hammer Curl vs Concentration Curl
Which one fits your Biceps workout plan?
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Planfit users log Dumbbell Hammer Curl more often — 21,918 sessions vs 3,522. Compare Biceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Hammer Curl and Concentration Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Dumbbell Hammer Curl vs Concentration 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 3,522 for Concentration Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Hammer Curl and Concentration 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 Concentration Curl Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Hammer Curl | Concentration Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | biceps and forearms | biceps |
| One side at a time | No | Yes |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 21,918 sessions | 3,522 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 Concentration Curl
Concentration Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Keep your elbow fixed on your thigh and lift the dumbbell up using your biceps.
- 2. Do not move your elbow or shoulder; just bend your arm.
- 3. At the top, strongly contract your biceps.
- 4. Slowly lower it back to the starting position while feeling the resistance.
- 5. Start the next repetition without fully extending your arm, keeping it slightly bent.
Coach's Tips
- Keep your elbows steady and slowly raise the weight.
For a full Concentration Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Concentration Curl exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Biceps, Dumbbell Hammer Curl or Concentration Curl?
Planfit users log Dumbbell Hammer Curl more often — 21,918 sessions against 3,522 for Concentration Curl. Both train Biceps, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Dumbbell Hammer Curl and Concentration Curl work the same muscles?
Not quite. Dumbbell Hammer Curl loads biceps and forearms, and Concentration Curl loads biceps.
What equipment do Dumbbell Hammer Curl and Concentration Curl need?
Dumbbell Hammer Curl needs a dumbbell, and Concentration Curl needs a dumbbell.
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