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Barbell Preacher Curl
4 steps Updated 29/08/2026
Barbell Preacher Curl is a free weights exercise targeting Biceps (Biceps Brachii) using Barbell.
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How to perform it
- Sit on a preacher bench with your feet flat on the floor. Position your upper arms on the preacher pad, holding a barbell with an underhand grip (palms facing up), hands shoulder-width apart. Your arms should be fully extended.
- Engage your core and keep your back straight. Curl the barbell upwards towards your shoulders by bending your elbows.
- Squeeze your biceps at the top of the movement, ensuring the barbell reaches shoulder height.
- Lower the barbell back to the starting position with control, fully extending your arms. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Last updated: 29/08/2026
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