How to do the Preacher Curls
Start with an ez-curl bar sitting at a preacher bench (as shown). Adjust the preacher bench so that it is comfortably in your armpit. With your arms extended and holding on to the bar, contract your biceps lifting the weight. The movement should not involve a jerking motion.Spotter Information:
Spotter can be used by standing in front of the participant
These are the muscles , equipment and categories of this exercise.
- PRIMARY: Biceps Brachii
- Brachialis
- Forearm
- Arms
- Isolation
- Barbell
Averages for MyFit Users
The table below represents data from over 200,000 exercise logs and gives us an average for this exercise.| Average Weight Lifted | Average Reps | One Rep Max Average |
|---|---|---|
| 65 lbs | 9.6 | 83.9 lbs |
What is a good starting weight?
Based on an average weight lifted of 65 lbs for all MyFit users we suggest you start at 50% of that weight:
Alternatives
Workouts Plans with Preacher Curls |
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| Purpose | Type | Level | |
| Hypertrophy | Advanced | ||
| Muscular Definition | Beginner | ||
| Sport Specific | Advanced | ||
| Sport Specific | Intermediate | ||
| Muscular Definition | Intermediate | ||
| Muscular Definition | Intermediate | ||
| Sport Specific | Beginner | ||
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Tracking Your WeightsThere are lots of easy ways to track your sets and reps. One easy way is through a little book that you can take with you to the gym. This book has progress charts, workouts and lots of tools you can use to always make sure you are improving.