Barbell Preacher Curl vs EZ-Bar Reverse Curl
Which one fits your Biceps workout plan?
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Planfit users log EZ-Bar Reverse Curl more often — 1,229 sessions vs 540. Compare Biceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Barbell Preacher Curl and EZ-Bar Reverse Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Barbell Preacher Curl vs EZ-Bar Reverse Curl: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log EZ-Bar Reverse Curl more often — 1,229 sessions compared to 540 for Barbell Preacher Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Barbell Preacher Curl and EZ-Bar Reverse Curl differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Barbell Preacher Curl and EZ-Bar Reverse Curl Differ
| What differs | Barbell Preacher Curl | EZ-Bar Reverse Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 540 sessions | 1,229 sessions |
How to Do Barbell Preacher Curl
Barbell Preacher Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Press your armpits against the pad.
- 2. Grab the barbell with shoulder-width grip, palms facing up.
- 3. Lift the barbell using only your biceps without any body or shoulder momentum.
- 4. Slowly lower the barbell while feeling the resistance of the weight, keeping your shoulders and elbows fixed.
- 5. Do not fully extend your arms; keep them slightly bent to maximize relaxation.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Fix your elbows on the pad and control the weight slowly.
- 2. If you straighten your arms too much, it puts strain on your elbow joints, and using body momentum puts strain on your lower back.
- 3. If you feel pain, lower the weight by 10–20%.
For a full Barbell Preacher Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Barbell Preacher Curl exercise guide.
How to Do EZ-Bar Reverse Curl
EZ-Bar Reverse Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Lift the EZ bar while keeping your elbows and shoulders fixed.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
- 3. When lowering the EZ bar, do not lower it completely; lower it just enough so that your biceps do not lose tension.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Adjust your hands to the angle of the EZ bar to avoid bending your wrists.
- 2. Do not use momentum.
For a full EZ-Bar Reverse Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the EZ-Bar Reverse Curl exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Biceps, Barbell Preacher Curl or EZ-Bar Reverse Curl?
Planfit users log EZ-Bar Reverse Curl more often — 1,229 sessions against 540 for Barbell Preacher Curl. Both train Biceps, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Barbell Preacher Curl and EZ-Bar Reverse Curl need?
Barbell Preacher Curl needs a barbell, and EZ-Bar Reverse Curl needs a barbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Barbell Preacher Curl is the easier place to start. Move to EZ-Bar Reverse Curl once your form holds up.
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