How to do the Dumbbell Standing Zottman Preacher Curl
Dumbbell Standing Zottman 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 Standing Zottman Preacher Curl demonstration · © GymiaFit
Dumbbell Standing Zottman Preacher Curl at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Biceps
- Secondary muscles
- Forearms
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Pull
Dumbbell Standing Zottman Preacher Curl step by step
- 1Stand up straight with a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing forward.
- 2Place your upper arms against the preacher bench and keep your elbows slightly bent.
- 3Curl the dumbbells up towards your shoulders while keeping your upper arms stationary.
- 4At the top of the movement, rotate your wrists so that your palms are facing downward.
- 5Slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position, rotating your wrists back to the starting position as well.
- 6Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Dumbbell Standing Zottman Preacher Curl — questions
What muscles does the Dumbbell Standing Zottman Preacher Curl work?
The Dumbbell Standing Zottman Preacher Curl primarily targets the Biceps. It also recruits the Forearms as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Dumbbell Standing Zottman 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 Standing Zottman 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 Standing Zottman 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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