How to do the Ez Barbell Reverse Grip Preacher Curl
Ez Barbell Reverse Grip Preacher Curl is an intermediate single-joint isolation pulling exercise targeting the Biceps in the Upper Arms region. Performed using ez barbell, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Forearms.
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Ez Barbell Reverse Grip Preacher Curl at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Biceps
- Secondary muscles
- Forearms
- Equipment
- Ez Barbell
- Level
- Intermediate
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Pull
Ez Barbell Reverse Grip Preacher Curl step by step
- 1Sit on a preacher bench with your chest against the pad and your feet flat on the floor.
- 2Grasp the ez barbell with an underhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart.
- 3Rest your upper arms on the pad, allowing your forearms to hang down.
- 4Keeping your upper arms stationary, exhale and curl the barbell up towards your shoulders.
- 5Pause for a moment at the top, then inhale and slowly lower the barbell back down to the starting position.
- 6Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Ez Barbell Reverse Grip Preacher Curl — questions
What muscles does the Ez Barbell Reverse Grip Preacher Curl work?
The Ez Barbell Reverse Grip Preacher Curl primarily targets the Biceps. It also recruits the Forearms as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Ez Barbell Reverse Grip Preacher Curl?
You need ez barbell. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.
Is the Ez Barbell Reverse Grip 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 Ez Barbell Reverse Grip Preacher Curl?
Ez Bar Seated Close Grip Concentration Curl, Ez Barbell Close Grip Preacher Curl, Ez Barbell Close-grip 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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