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Upper Arms · Leverage Machine
Hammer Strength Mts Iso-Lateral Biceps Curl Arm Alternating
Hammer Strength Mts Iso-Lateral Biceps Curl Arm Alternating is a beginner isolation strength exercise that works the biceps (upper arms), with the forearms assisting. It needs a leverage machine. A typical prescription is 3 sets of 10-15 reps per side, and it burns about 4.3 calories per minute.
- Target
- Biceps
- Body part
- Upper Arms
- Equipment
- Leverage Machine
- Category
- Strength
- Mechanic
- Isolation
- Force
- Pull
- Sets × reps
- 3 × 10-15
- Calories / min
- ≈ 4.3 kcal
Primary muscles
- Biceps · Biceps Brachii
Secondary muscles
- Forearms · Brachioradialis
How to do Hammer Strength Mts Iso-Lateral Biceps Curl Arm Alternating
- Sit on the Hammer Strength MTS Iso-Lateral Biceps Curl machine with your feet flat on the floor. Grasp the handles with both hands, palms facing up, and position your elbows on the pads.
- Curl one handle by bending your elbow, bringing your hand towards your shoulder while keeping the other arm extended.
- Squeeze your biceps at the top of the movement and slowly lower the handle back to the starting position with control.
- Repeat with the other arm, alternating arms for the desired number of repetitions.
Form tips
- Exhale as you curl the handle up and inhale as you lower it back down.
- Maintain a neutral wrist position to prevent strain.
- Focus on engaging your biceps throughout the movement.
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Hammer Strength Mts Iso-Lateral Biceps Curl Arm Alternating FAQ
What muscles does Hammer Strength Mts Iso-Lateral Biceps Curl Arm Alternating work?
Hammer Strength Mts Iso-Lateral Biceps Curl Arm Alternating mainly works the biceps in the upper arms (Biceps Brachii). The forearms work as secondary muscles.
What equipment do you need for Hammer Strength Mts Iso-Lateral Biceps Curl Arm Alternating?
You need a leverage machine.
How many sets and reps of Hammer Strength Mts Iso-Lateral Biceps Curl Arm Alternating should I do?
Start with 3 sets of 10-15 reps per side. Pick a load or variation where the last one or two reps are hard but your form stays clean.
Is Hammer Strength Mts Iso-Lateral Biceps Curl Arm Alternating good for beginners?
Yes. Hammer Strength Mts Iso-Lateral Biceps Curl Arm Alternating is rated beginner, so it's a sound choice while you learn to train the biceps.
How many calories does Hammer Strength Mts Iso-Lateral Biceps Curl Arm Alternating burn?
About 4.3 calories per minute for a person of around 70 kg, based on a MET value of 3.5. Ten minutes of work is roughly 43 calories; heavier people burn more.
What is a good alternative to Hammer Strength Mts Iso-Lateral Biceps Curl Arm Alternating?
Other exercises for the biceps include Alternating Biceps Hammer Curl Resistance Band, Barbell Single Arm Biceps Curl, Alternating Biceps Curl Seated Dumbbells and Cable One Arm Inner Biceps Curl.
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