Dumbbell Alternate Preacher Curl Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Biceps Brachii
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Biceps Brachii
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachioradialis, Brachialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.2
- Alternate Names
- Alternate Preacher Curl
How to: Dumbbell Alternate Preacher Curl
- Sit on the preacher bench with your arms rested on the pad.
- Hold a dumbbell in one hand and slowly curl it towards your shoulder.
- Lower the dumbbell back down in a controlled manner.
- Alternate arms after each set of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum rather than muscle strength.
- Not fully extending the arms during the curl.
- Letting the elbows slide forward.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights for a lower intensity.
- Perform the exercise seated to reduce strain on the back.
Tips
- Control the movement to avoid swinging the weights.
- Maintain a good posture by keeping your back straight.
- Focus on contracting your biceps as you lift the dumbbells.
Dumbbell Alternate Preacher Curl Alternatives
Tags
biceps
strength
upper arms
dumbbell
curl
fitness