Hammer curl

Cable rope hammer curl

What it works

Works

Brachialis

Also works

BicepsForearms

Equipment

Cable

How to do it

  1. Attach a rope to the low pulley and grip one end in each hand.
  2. Stand with your elbows close to your body and a neutral grip.
  3. Bend your elbows, curling the rope toward your shoulders.
  4. Squeeze at the top, keeping your wrists neutral and firm.
  5. Lower under control until your arms extend without losing tension.

Common mistakes

  • Letting the elbows leave the body
  • Swinging the torso
  • Losing cable tension at the bottom

Other variations

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