Exercise library
Biceps
Cross-Body Hammer Curl
- Primary muscle
- Biceps
- Also works
- Forearms
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Movement pattern
- Elbow flexion
- Role in a program
- Accessory
How to do it
With a neutral grip, curl each dumbbell diagonally across the body toward the opposite shoulder. Keep the upper arm still and lower under control to emphasize the brachialis.
Video demo coming soon.
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