Cross-body Dumbbell Hammer Curl
Muscle Groups: Biceps
Cross-body Dumbbell Hammer Curl focuses on Biceps, with Forearm working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Cross-body Dumbbell Hammer Curl with proper form and technique.
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Stand with your feet hip-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand at your sides, palms facing inward (neutral grip).
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Bend your elbows, curling the dumbbells towards your shoulders while crossing your right arm over your left. Keep your wrists straight and elbows close to your body.
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Lower the dumbbells back to the starting position, then repeat with your left arm crossing over your right.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Cross-body Dumbbell Hammer Curl safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your core engaged throughout the movement to maintain stability.
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Avoid swinging weights; control the movement for better muscle engagement.
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Don’t rush the exercise; perform each repetition slowly to ensure proper form.
Secondary Muscles
While Cross-body Dumbbell Hammer Curl primarily targets Biceps , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Forearm . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Cross-body Dumbbell Hammer Curl, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Cross-body Dumbbell Hammer Curl, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
