Overhead Cable Bicep 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 155. Compare Biceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Overhead Cable Bicep Curl and Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Overhead Cable Bicep 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 155 for Overhead Cable Bicep Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Overhead Cable Bicep 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 Overhead Cable Bicep Curl and Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl Differ
| What differs | Overhead Cable Bicep Curl | Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a machine | a dumbbell |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 155 sessions | 3,444 sessions |
How to Do Overhead Cable Bicep Curl
Overhead Cable Bicep Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Keep your elbows and shoulders fixed while lifting the weight.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
- 3. When lowering the weight, do not lower it completely; lower it just enough so that your biceps do not relax.
Coach's Tips
- If the space is narrow and you can't stretch your arms out fully, please proceed with one arm at a time.
For a full Overhead Cable Bicep Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Overhead Cable Bicep 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, Overhead Cable Bicep Curl or Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl?
Planfit users log Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl more often — 3,444 sessions against 155 for Overhead Cable Bicep Curl. Both train Biceps, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Overhead Cable Bicep Curl and Incline Dumbbell Hammer Curl need?
Overhead Cable Bicep Curl needs a machine, 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 Overhead Cable Bicep Curl once your form holds up.
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