Reverse Barbell Preacher Curls
How to do the Reverse Barbell Preacher Curls with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.
Biceps
Forearms
E-Z Curl Bar
How to do the Reverse Barbell Preacher Curls
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Grab an EZ-bar using a shoulder width and palms down (pronated) grip.
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Now place the upper part of both arms on top of the preacher bench and have your arms extended. This will be your starting position.
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As you exhale, use the biceps to curl the weight up until your biceps are fully contracted and the barbell is at shoulder height. Squeeze the biceps hard for a second at the contracted position.
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As you breathe in, slowly lower the barbell until your upper arms are extended and the biceps is fully stretched.
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Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
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Reverse Barbell Preacher Curls: common questions
What muscles does the Reverse Barbell Preacher Curls work?
The Reverse Barbell Preacher Curls primarily works the Biceps. It also recruits the Forearms as supporting muscles.
Is the Reverse Barbell Preacher Curls suitable for beginners?
The Reverse Barbell Preacher Curls is an intermediate-level exercise. It's best once you've built a base of general strength and movement control, beginners can work up to it.
What equipment do I need for the Reverse Barbell Preacher Curls?
To do the Reverse Barbell Preacher Curls you'll need an E-Z curl bar.
Is the Reverse Barbell Preacher Curls a compound or isolation exercise?
The Reverse Barbell Preacher Curls is an isolation exercise, it targets the biceps through a single joint, which makes it useful for focused, targeted work.
How do I do the Reverse Barbell Preacher Curls with correct form?
Grab an EZ-bar using a shoulder width and palms down (pronated) grip. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.
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