Preacher Curl

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Technique

How to perform Preacher Curl

1. Adjust the preacher bench so your upper arms can rest along the sloped pad with your chest behind it.
2. Take the straight barbell with an underhand grip about shoulder-width apart and keep the backs of your upper arms on the pad.
3. Bend your elbows to curl the bar toward your shoulders without lifting your upper arms or rocking your torso.
4. Lower the bar smoothly by extending your elbows through the range you can control while maintaining pad contact.
5. Keep your wrists aligned with your forearms and repeat without bouncing out of the bottom.
6. Return the bar to the bench's rest when the set is complete.

Programming relevance

Muscles involved

Primary targets: Biceps Brachii Long Head, Biceps Brachii Short Head.