Preacher Curl
Also known as: EZ Bar Preacher Curl, Scott Curl, Barbell Preacher Curl, Preacher Bench Curl, Preacher Curls
Body region
Muscles
Main
Helps
Equipment
Technique
- Set the pad so your armpits rest on its top and your upper arms lie flat.
- Hold the bar with an underhand grip and extend your arms.
- Curl the bar up toward your shoulders.
- Lower it slowly until your arms are almost straight.
Cues
- Keep the back of the arm in contact with the pad.
- Lower under control for a full stretch.
Common mistakes
- Lifting the elbows off the pad.
- Dropping the weight in the bottom half.
- Using a load that causes bouncing at the bottom.