EZ-Bar Bicep Curl vs Cable Hammer Curl
Which one fits your Biceps workout plan?
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Planfit users log EZ-Bar Bicep Curl more often — 19,480 sessions vs 4,647. Compare Biceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of EZ-Bar Bicep Curl and Cable Hammer Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
EZ-Bar Bicep Curl vs Cable Hammer Curl: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log EZ-Bar Bicep Curl more often — 19,480 sessions compared to 4,647 for Cable Hammer Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. EZ-Bar Bicep Curl and Cable 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 EZ-Bar Bicep Curl and Cable Hammer Curl Differ
| What differs | EZ-Bar Bicep Curl | Cable Hammer Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a barbell | a machine |
| Difficulty | 3 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 19,480 sessions | 4,647 sessions |
How to Do EZ-Bar Bicep Curl
EZ-Bar Bicep 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
- This is an exercise recommended for those who experience wrist pain when using a standard barbell. If you have no issues performing with a standard barbell, please use it for a greater contraction feeling.
For a full EZ-Bar Bicep Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the EZ-Bar Bicep Curl exercise guide.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Biceps, EZ-Bar Bicep Curl or Cable Hammer Curl?
Planfit users log EZ-Bar Bicep Curl more often — 19,480 sessions against 4,647 for Cable Hammer Curl. Both train Biceps, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do EZ-Bar Bicep Curl and Cable Hammer Curl need?
EZ-Bar Bicep Curl needs a barbell, and Cable Hammer Curl needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Cable Hammer Curl is the easier place to start. Move to EZ-Bar Bicep Curl once your form holds up.
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