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Proper Form for Dumbbell Hammer Curls:
- Starting Position: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand with a neutral grip (palms facing your torso). Keep your arms fully extended by your sides.
- Engage Your Core: Maintain a straight posture with your shoulders pulled back and down.
- Curl Motion: Keeping your elbows close to your body, lift the dumbbells toward your shoulders by contracting your biceps and brachialis.
- Peak Contraction: Squeeze your arms at the top of the movement to maximize engagement.
- Controlled Lowering: Slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position, maintaining control.
Common Mistakes:
- Using Momentum: Swinging the weights reduces biceps and brachialis activation. Keep the movement controlled.
- Lifting Too Heavy: Excessive weight can lead to poor form and strain on the wrists or shoulders.
- Elbows Moving Forward: Keep your elbows stationary to properly isolate the arms.
- Not Controlling the Eccentric Phase: Lowering the dumbbells too quickly reduces muscle engagement and effectiveness.
- Leaning Back: Avoid arching your back, which can put strain on the spine. Maintain a neutral posture.
Dumbbell Hammer Curl Tutorial
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