EZ-Barbell Standing Preacher Curl
Step by step
How to perform
- Grasp the EZ-Barbell with an underhand grip (palms facing up) and ensure your hands are shoulder-width apart.
- Slowly curl the bar upwards, keeping your upper arms and elbows stationary against the pad, until your biceps are fully contracted and the bar is at shoulder level. Ensure that you exhale during this movement.
- Hold the contracted position for a moment as you squeeze your biceps.
- Gradually lower the bar back to the starting position, inhaling as you do so, to complete one repetition.
Overview
About this exercise
The EZ-Barbell Standing Preacher Curl is a strength-building exercise primarily focused on enhancing the size and power of your biceps and forearms. It's ideal for both beginners and advanced fitness enthusiasts who seek to isolate their arm muscles and improve upper body strength. This exercise is desirable for its ability to create muscle definition, enhance arm stability, and improve overall upper body aesthetics.
Coaching cues
Form tips
Hold the EZ-bar with an underhand grip, with your hands shoulder-width apart. Your elbows should be close to your body and aligned with your shoulders. Avoid flaring your elbows out to the side as this can lead to injury.
Slowly curl the bar up to shoulder level while keeping the upper arms stationary. Avoid using your back or shoulders to lift the weight; your forearms should do all the work.
Lower the bar all the way down to the starting position. A common mistake is to not fully extend the arms at the bottom of the movement, which can limit the effectiveness of the exercise.
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