Exercise library
Biceps
Dumbbell Preacher Curl
- Primary muscle
- Biceps
- Also works
- Forearms
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Movement pattern
- Elbow flexion
- Role in a program
- Accessory
How to do it
Rest the back of your upper arm on a preacher pad with a dumbbell in hand. Curl up while keeping the arm flush to the pad, then lower slowly, stopping just short of locking out to keep tension.
Video demo coming soon.
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