Concentration Curl vs Barbell Reverse Curl
Which one fits your Biceps workout plan?
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Planfit users log Concentration Curl more often — 3,522 sessions vs 446. Compare Biceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Concentration Curl and Barbell Reverse Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Concentration Curl vs Barbell Reverse Curl: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Concentration Curl more often — 3,522 sessions compared to 446 for Barbell Reverse Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Concentration Curl and Barbell 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 Concentration Curl and Barbell Reverse Curl Differ
| What differs | Concentration Curl | Barbell Reverse Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | biceps | biceps and forearms |
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a barbell |
| One side at a time | Yes | No |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 3,522 sessions | 446 sessions |
How to Do Concentration Curl
Concentration Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Keep your elbow fixed on your thigh and lift the dumbbell up using your biceps.
- 2. Do not move your elbow or shoulder; just bend your arm.
- 3. At the top, strongly contract your biceps.
- 4. Slowly lower it back to the starting position while feeling the resistance.
- 5. Start the next repetition without fully extending your arm, keeping it slightly bent.
Coach's Tips
- Keep your elbows steady and slowly raise the weight.
For a full Concentration Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Concentration Curl exercise guide.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Biceps, Concentration Curl or Barbell Reverse Curl?
Planfit users log Concentration Curl more often — 3,522 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.
Do Concentration Curl and Barbell Reverse Curl work the same muscles?
Not quite. Concentration Curl loads biceps, and Barbell Reverse Curl loads biceps and forearms.
What equipment do Concentration Curl and Barbell Reverse Curl need?
Concentration Curl needs a dumbbell, and Barbell Reverse Curl needs a barbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Concentration Curl is the easier place to start. Move to Barbell Reverse Curl once your form holds up.
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