Dumbbell Single Arm Preacher Curl Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Brachialis
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Brachialis
- Secondary Muscles
- Biceps Brachii, Brachioradialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- One Arm Preacher Curl
How to: Dumbbell Single Arm Preacher Curl
- Sit on a preacher bench or similar setup.
- Hold a dumbbell in one hand and let your arm hang down fully.
- Keeping your upper arm stationary, curl the dumbbell towards your shoulder.
- Pause at the top of the movement, then lower the dumbbell slowly back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing the elbow to move forward.
- Using too much weight and compromising form.
- Lifting the dumbbell too quickly.
Modifications
- Use a lighter dumbbell to start.
- Perform with arm resting on a flat surface for added support.
Tips
- Keep your elbow stationary to isolate the biceps effectively.
- Engage your core to maintain proper posture.
- Don't lift the dumbbell too high; focus on controlled movements.
Dumbbell Single Arm Preacher Curl Alternatives
Tags
biceps
strength
dumbbell
upper arms
preacher curl
isolation