Exercise

Machine Hammer-Grip Curl

Also known as: lever hammer grip preacher curl, machine hammer curl, neutral grip machine curl

Machine Hammer-Grip Curl is a isolation exercise for the biceps. Main target: brachialis. Also works: biceps long head and forearm flexors. Equipment: machine.

EquipmentMachine
TypeIsolation
MovementPull
CategoryStrength

Muscles worked

How to do it

  1. Sit at a curl machine with vertical (neutral-grip) handles, upper arms resting on the pad.
  2. Grab the handles palms facing each other and curl until the forearms are vertical.
  3. Squeeze at the top, then lower slowly to a full stretch.
  4. Keep the upper arms on the pad the entire set.

Similar exercises

Machine Bicep Curl
Machine
Biceps short head
Machine Preacher Curls
Machine
Biceps short head

Alternatives with other equipment

Hammer Curls
Dumbbell
Brachialis
Cable Hammer Curls - Rope Attachment
Cable
Brachialis
Reverse Barbell Curl
Barbell
Brachialis
Reverse Barbell Preacher Curls
EZ curl bar
Brachialis
Reverse Plate Curls
Other
Brachialis
Brachialis-SMR
Foam roll
Brachialis
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