Dumbbell Hammer Curl vs EZ-Bar 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 1,229. Compare Biceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Hammer Curl and EZ-Bar Reverse Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Dumbbell Hammer Curl vs EZ-Bar 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 1,229 for EZ-Bar Reverse Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Hammer Curl and EZ-Bar 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 EZ-Bar Reverse Curl Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Hammer Curl | EZ-Bar Reverse Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a barbell |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 21,918 sessions | 1,229 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 EZ-Bar Reverse Curl
EZ-Bar Reverse Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Lift the EZ bar while keeping your elbows and shoulders fixed.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
- 3. When lowering the EZ bar, do not lower it completely; lower it just enough so that your biceps do not lose tension.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Adjust your hands to the angle of the EZ bar to avoid bending your wrists.
- 2. Do not use momentum.
For a full EZ-Bar Reverse Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the EZ-Bar Reverse Curl exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Biceps, Dumbbell Hammer Curl or EZ-Bar Reverse Curl?
Planfit users log Dumbbell Hammer Curl more often — 21,918 sessions against 1,229 for EZ-Bar 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 EZ-Bar Reverse Curl need?
Dumbbell Hammer Curl needs a dumbbell, and EZ-Bar Reverse Curl needs a barbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Dumbbell Hammer Curl is the easier place to start. Move to EZ-Bar Reverse Curl once your form holds up.
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