
Equipmentbarbell
Difficultyintermediate
bicepsupper arms
Barbell Lying Preacher Curl
The barbell lying preacher curl is an isolation exercise targeting the biceps, performed on a preacher bench to minimize shoulder involvement and maximize biceps engagement.
Step-by-Step Form & Technique
- 1.Sit on a preacher bench with your chest against the pad and your arms extended over the edge, holding a barbell with an underhand grip.
- 2.Keeping your upper arms stationary, exhale and curl the weights while contracting your biceps.
- 3.Continue to raise the bar until your biceps are fully contracted and the bar is at shoulder level.
- 4.Hold the contracted position for a brief pause as you squeeze your biceps.
- 5.Inhale and slowly begin to lower the barbell back to the starting position.
- 6.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Secondary Muscles
forearms
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