The alternating hammer curl performed while seated helps build wrist and forearm strength. At the same time this exercise develops the brachioradialis. This exercise is a great way to finish your biceps workout. Replacing the bench with a swiss ball would increase the demand on your core muscles. Therefore you can work your biceps and your abs at the same time.
The alternating hammer curl performed while standing strengths your biceps in a slightly different way than other types of curls. By changing you hand position to the neutral grip you add the variety that your muscles needs to continually adapt. Performing this exercise while standing allows you to use more weight than the seated version. It is also more functional version because most activities outside the gym you will do standing.
The Alternating Shoulder Press on *Exercise Ball is significantly more challenging than the standing alternating shoulder press. The ball forces you to stabilize your body while pressing the handles. This exercise requires you to focus your attention on using proper technique which helps you get more out of the exercise.
The Alternating seated curl with supination is perfect for concentrating on the biceps. This exercise allows your body to move in it’s natural range of motion. It lets you focus on your biceps without letting you cheat with your body. Alternating arms gives each side a little rest so you can pump out a few more repetitions. To perform this exercise you will need a pair of dumbbells and a place to sit. Focus on turning your little finger in toward your body as you raise the dumbbell.
The arm curl or “preacher” curl exercise isolates the muscles of the upper arm. The biceps act to flex the arm and should be trained in conjunction with the triceps. Perform the arm curl exercise with the arm extension for an effective and efficient arm workout.
The alternating dumbbell curl performed standing is a good exercise for bicep development. This exercise allows your body to move in it’s natural range of motion. Alternating arms allows for a short rest for each arm while the other is working so you can pump out a few more repetitions. Try not to use your body and cheat.
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