Barbell Reverse Curl vs Incline Dumbbell Curl
Which one fits your Biceps workout plan?
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Planfit users log Incline Dumbbell Curl more often — 9,441 sessions vs 446. Compare Biceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Barbell Reverse Curl and Incline Dumbbell Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Barbell Reverse Curl vs Incline Dumbbell Curl: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Incline Dumbbell Curl more often — 9,441 sessions compared to 446 for Barbell Reverse Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Barbell Reverse Curl and Incline Dumbbell 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 Reverse Curl and Incline Dumbbell Curl Differ
| What differs | Barbell Reverse Curl | Incline Dumbbell Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a barbell | a dumbbell |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 446 sessions | 9,441 sessions |
How to Do Barbell Reverse Curl
Barbell Reverse Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Please lift the barbell while keeping your elbows and shoulders fixed.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
- 3. When lowering the barbell, do not lower it completely; lower it just enough so that your biceps do not relax.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Maintain a natural grip to avoid bending your wrist.
- 2. Keep your shoulders fixed and not raised.
For a full Barbell Reverse Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Barbell Reverse Curl exercise guide.
How to Do Incline Dumbbell Curl
Incline Dumbbell Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Set the incline bench to about 45-60 degrees.
- 2. Sit on the incline bench and hold the dumbbells with your palms facing forward.
- 3. Keep your elbows fixed in a vertical position and bend your elbows using only the strength of your biceps.
- 4. At the highest point, twist your wrists outward.
- 5. While keeping your elbows fixed, feel the resistance of the dumbbells and return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Brace your abs firmly so that your upper body does not sway and your lower back does not bend, and slowly lift and lower the dumbbells.
- 2. If you feel pain in your elbows or the front of your shoulders, reduce the dumbbell weight by about 20%.
For a full Incline Dumbbell Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Incline Dumbbell Curl exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Biceps, Barbell Reverse Curl or Incline Dumbbell Curl?
Planfit users log Incline Dumbbell Curl more often — 9,441 sessions against 446 for Barbell Reverse 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 Reverse Curl and Incline Dumbbell Curl need?
Barbell Reverse Curl needs a barbell, and Incline Dumbbell Curl needs a dumbbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Incline Dumbbell Curl is the easier place to start. Move to Barbell Reverse Curl once your form holds up.
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