How to do the Dumbbell Reverse Preacher Curl
Dumbbell Reverse Preacher Curl is a beginner single-joint isolation pulling exercise targeting the Biceps in the Upper Arms region. Performed using dumbbell, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Forearms.
Dumbbell Reverse Preacher Curl demonstration · © GymiaFit
Dumbbell Reverse Preacher Curl at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Biceps
- Secondary muscles
- Forearms
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Pull
Dumbbell Reverse Preacher Curl step by step
- 1Sit on a preacher bench with your upper arms resting on the pad and your chest against the support.
- 2Hold a dumbbell in each hand with an underhand grip, palms facing up.
- 3Keeping your upper arms stationary, exhale and curl the dumbbells as you contract your biceps.
- 4Continue to curl the dumbbells until your biceps are fully contracted and the dumbbells are at shoulder level.
- 5Hold the contracted position for a brief pause as you squeeze your biceps.
- 6Inhale and slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position.
- 7Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Dumbbell Reverse Preacher Curl — questions
What muscles does the Dumbbell Reverse Preacher Curl work?
The Dumbbell Reverse Preacher Curl primarily targets the Biceps. It also recruits the Forearms as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Dumbbell Reverse Preacher Curl?
You need dumbbell. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.
Is the Dumbbell Reverse Preacher Curl suitable for beginners?
Yes. It is classed as a beginner movement: the pattern is simple enough to learn in a session and easy to scale by adjusting range of motion or load.
What can I do instead of the Dumbbell Reverse Preacher Curl?
Dumbbell Alternate Biceps Curl, Dumbbell Alternate Biceps Curl (with Arm Blaster), Dumbbell Alternate Hammer Preacher 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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