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Resistance Band Bayesian Single-Arm Hammer Curl

Intermediate
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Resistance band Bayesian single-arm hammer curl isolates the biceps long head, brachialis, and forearms with constant tension from a behind-the-body anchor, promoting arm hypertrophy and grip strength; unilateral execution corrects imbalances.

About Exercise

Equipment

Bands

Difficulty

2/5 • Intermediate

Primary Muscle Groups

Biceps

Secondary Muscles

Shoulders

Accessory Muscles

Abs

Popularity Score

4

Goals

Hypertrophy
Strength

Training Style

Bodybuilding

Setup Requirements

Requires Rack

No

Requires Bench

No

Requires Spotter

No

Space Needed

Small

Noise Level

Low

Muscle Breakdown

Biceps

9/10

Long Head, Brachialis

Forearms

7/10

Flexors

Shoulders

3/10

Anterior Delts

Abs

2/10

Transverse Abdominis

Programming

Typical Rep Range

8-15 reps

Rest Between Sets

60-90 seconds

How to Perform

Anchor a resistance band low behind your body to a sturdy point. Face away, grasp the band with a neutral grip in one hand, and step forward to extend your arm behind your torso with light tension. Brace your core and keep your chest tall.

  1. Curl your hand toward your shoulder by bending your elbow, keeping it fixed at your side.
  2. Squeeze your biceps at the top for a brief hold.
  3. Slowly extend your arm back to full stretch behind your torso.
  4. Maintain neutral wrist and avoid torso swing.
  5. Switch arms after completing reps on one side.

Coaching Tips

Form Cues

  • Elbow pinned to side
  • Neutral grip always
  • Squeeze at top
  • Control the stretch
  • No body swing

Breathing

Inhale as you lower the band during the eccentric phase; exhale as you curl upward during the concentric phase. Brace your core throughout.

Tempo

2-1-2

Range of Motion

Start with arm fully extended behind torso; curl until hand reaches near shoulder with elbow bent fully, then lower to full extension without losing tension.

Safety

Safety Notes

  • Avoid if you have elbow tendinitis or wrist pain
  • Use appropriate band resistance to maintain form
  • Secure anchor firmly to prevent snap-back
  • Stop if sharp shoulder pain occurs

Spotting

No spotting required; perform in a safe space with stable anchor.

Common Mistakes

  • Using momentum from torso
  • Allowing elbow to flare
  • Incomplete stretch behind body
  • Gripping too tightly
  • Rushing the eccentric phase

When to Avoid

  • Elbow tendinitis
  • Wrist pain
  • Shoulder impingement

Flexibility Needed

  • Shoulder extension for full arm reach

Build Up First

  • Basic hammer curl form
  • Stable core bracing

Also known as

Bayesian Band Hammer Curl, Single-Arm Bayesian Resistance Curl, Band Bayesian Hammer Curl

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