Preacher curl
Also called preacher bench curl, machine curl
- Works
- Front of the upper arm · biceps brachii and brachialis
- Needs
- Weight machines
Setup
Sit at the preacher bench or curl machine. Rest the back of your upper arms on the pad.
Steps
- Curl the handle or bar up toward your shoulders.
- Lower slowly until your arms are nearly straight.
- Do not let the weight drop at the bottom.
Breathing
Breathe in as you lower. Breathe out as you lift.
Where you feel it
In the front of your upper arms.
Common mistakes
- Lifting the elbows off the pad.
- Straightening the arms fast at the bottom.
When to stop
Stop if you feel sharp pain, pain in a joint, dizziness or numbness.
Stop if your elbows ache.