Dumbbell incline hammer curl
The dumbbell incline hammer curl is an isolation exercise targeting the biceps, performed on an incline bench to increase the range of motion and muscle engagement. The neutral grip (hammer grip) emphasizes the brachialis and brachioradialis muscles.

At a glance
- Area
- Upper arms
- Main muscle
- Biceps
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your back flat against the bench.
- Use a controlled motion to lift and lower the dumbbells.
- Avoid swinging the weights to maintain tension on the biceps.
- Keep your elbows close to your body throughout the movement.
What to watch out for
- Shoulder injuries
- Elbow injuries
- Wrist injuries
Also known as
Curl con manubri su panca inclinata a martello, Incline Hammer Curl, Hammer Curl on Incline Bench