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Upper Arms · Leverage Machine

Hammer Strength Mts Iso-Lateral Biceps Curl Single Arm

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Hammer Strength Mts Iso-Lateral Biceps Curl Single Arm 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 Single Arm

  1. 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.
  2. Curl the right handle by bending your elbow, bringing your hand towards your shoulder while keeping the other arm extended.
  3. Squeeze your biceps at the top of the movement and slowly lower the handle back to the starting position with control.
  4. Repeat with the same arm for the desired number of repetitions and then switch to your left arm and repeat.

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 Single Arm FAQ

What muscles does Hammer Strength Mts Iso-Lateral Biceps Curl Single Arm work?

Hammer Strength Mts Iso-Lateral Biceps Curl Single Arm 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 Single Arm?

You need a leverage machine.

How many sets and reps of Hammer Strength Mts Iso-Lateral Biceps Curl Single Arm 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 Single Arm good for beginners?

Yes. Hammer Strength Mts Iso-Lateral Biceps Curl Single Arm 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 Single Arm 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 Single Arm?

Other exercises for the biceps include Barbell Single Arm Biceps Curl, Kettlebell Single Arm Curl, Alternating Biceps Hammer Curl Resistance Band and Dumbbell One Arm Hammer Preacher Curl.

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