EZ-Bar Preacher Curl
Muscle Groups: Biceps
EZ-Bar Preacher Curl focuses on Biceps, with Forearm working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform EZ-Bar Preacher Curl with proper form and technique.
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Sit at the preacher bench and adjust the height so your upper arms rest comfortably on the pad. Keep your feet flat on the ground and grab the EZ-bar with an underhand grip (palms facing up).
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With your arms extended and elbows against the pad, curl the bar up towards your shoulders by contracting your biceps. Keep your wrists straight and avoid swinging your body.
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Slowly lower the bar back to the starting position, fully extending your arms but keeping your elbows in contact with the pad.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform EZ-Bar Preacher Curl safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your back straight and avoid leaning forward to prevent strain.
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Do not use momentum; focus on controlling the movement to fully engage your biceps.
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Ensure your elbows stay in place on the pad throughout the exercise for proper form.
Secondary Muscles
While EZ-Bar Preacher Curl primarily targets Biceps , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Forearm . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed EZ-Bar Preacher Curl, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as EZ-Bar Preacher Curl, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
