Preacher Hammer Dumbbell Curl

Learn how to perform the Preacher Hammer Dumbbell Curl, a beginner exercise that targets the biceps using dumbbell. Includes step-by-step instructions.

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Starting position of Preacher Hammer Dumbbell Curl
Starting position of Preacher Hammer Dumbbell Curl
Ending position of Preacher Hammer Dumbbell Curl
Ending position of Preacher Hammer Dumbbell Curl

Instructions

  1. Place the upper part of both arms on top of the preacher bench as you hold a dumbbell in each hand with the palms facing each other (neutral grip).
  2. As you breathe in, slowly lower the dumbbells until your upper arm is extended and the biceps is fully stretched.
  3. As you exhale, use the biceps to curl the weight up until your biceps is fully contracted and the dumbbells are at shoulder height.
  4. Squeeze the biceps hard for a second at the contracted position and repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

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