Barbell Preacher Curl vs EZ-Bar Preacher Curl
Which one fits your Biceps workout plan?
Contents
Barbell Preacher Curl and EZ-Bar Preacher Curl are close in use — 543 vs 540 sessions logged. What separates them is Biceps loading and form.
Compare the benefits of Barbell Preacher Curl and EZ-Bar Preacher Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Barbell Preacher Curl vs EZ-Bar Preacher Curl: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log EZ-Bar Preacher Curl more often — 543 sessions compared to 540 for Barbell Preacher Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Barbell Preacher Curl and EZ-Bar Preacher 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 Preacher Curl Differ
| What differs | Barbell Preacher Curl | EZ-Bar Preacher Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 540 sessions | 543 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 Preacher Curl
EZ-Bar Preacher Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Press your armpits against the preacher bench.
- 2. Grab the EZ bar with your palms facing up at shoulder width.
- 3. Lift the EZ bar using only the strength of your biceps without any body or shoulder momentum.
Coach's Tips
- Fix your elbows to the pad and be careful not to move your wrists excessively.
For a full EZ-Bar Preacher Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the EZ-Bar Preacher Curl exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Biceps, Barbell Preacher Curl or EZ-Bar Preacher Curl?
Neither is clearly ahead — Planfit users log both at a similar rate. They both train Biceps, so the choice comes down to the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Barbell Preacher Curl and EZ-Bar Preacher Curl need?
Barbell Preacher Curl needs a barbell, and EZ-Bar Preacher Curl needs a barbell.
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