How to do the Barbell Reverse Preacher Curl
Barbell Reverse Preacher Curl is an intermediate single-joint isolation pulling exercise targeting the Biceps in the Upper Arms region. Performed using barbell, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Forearms.
Barbell Reverse Preacher Curl demonstration · © GymiaFit
Barbell Reverse Preacher Curl at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Biceps
- Secondary muscles
- Forearms
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Level
- Intermediate
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Pull
Barbell Reverse Preacher Curl step by step
- 1Sit on a preacher bench with your chest against the pad and your arms extended straight down, holding a barbell with an overhand grip.
- 2Keeping your upper arms stationary, exhale and curl the barbell upward while contracting your biceps.
- 3Continue to raise the barbell until your biceps are fully contracted and the barbell is at shoulder level.
- 4Hold the contracted position for a brief pause as you squeeze your biceps.
- 5Inhale and slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position.
- 6Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Barbell Reverse Preacher Curl — questions
What muscles does the Barbell Reverse Preacher Curl work?
The Barbell Reverse Preacher Curl primarily targets the Biceps. It also recruits the Forearms as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Barbell Reverse Preacher Curl?
You need barbell. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.
Is the Barbell Reverse Preacher Curl suitable for beginners?
It is classed as intermediate. Build the movement pattern with an easier variation first, then add load once the technique holds under fatigue.
What can I do instead of the Barbell Reverse Preacher Curl?
Barbell Alternate Biceps Curl, Barbell Biceps Curl (with Arm Blaster), Barbell Curl train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.
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