Dumbbell Reverse Curl vs Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl
Which one fits your Biceps workout plan?
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Planfit users log Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl more often — 3,444 sessions vs 556. Compare Biceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Reverse Curl and Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Dumbbell Reverse Curl vs Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl more often — 3,444 sessions compared to 556 for Dumbbell Reverse Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Reverse 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 Dumbbell Reverse Curl and Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Reverse Curl | Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 556 sessions | 3,444 sessions |
How to Do Dumbbell Reverse Curl
Dumbbell Reverse Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Please lift the dumbbell while keeping your elbows and shoulders fixed.
- 2. As you lift, rotate your wrists so that your palms face the floor.
- 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 concentrated contraction.
For a full Dumbbell Reverse Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Dumbbell Reverse 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, Dumbbell Reverse Curl or Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl?
Planfit users log Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl more often — 3,444 sessions against 556 for 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 Dumbbell Reverse Curl and Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl need?
Dumbbell Reverse Curl needs a dumbbell, and Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl needs a dumbbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl is the easier place to start. Move to Dumbbell Reverse Curl once your form holds up.
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