One-arm Preacher Curl
Muscle Groups: Biceps
One-arm Preacher Curl focuses on Biceps, with Forearm working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform One-arm Preacher Curl with proper form and technique.
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Sit on a preacher curl bench with your working arm extended over the pad, holding a dumbbell with an underhand grip.
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Ensure your armpit is close to the top edge of the pad and your feet are flat on the floor for stability.
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Keeping your upper arm pressed against the pad, curl the dumbbell upwards towards your shoulder by contracting your bicep.
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Continue until your bicep is fully contracted and the dumbbell is near your shoulder.
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Slowly lower the dumbbell back to the starting position, fully extending your arm while maintaining control.
Secondary Muscles
While One-arm 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 One-arm Preacher Curl, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as One-arm 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.
