Concentration Curl vs Incline 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 21. Compare Biceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Concentration Curl and Incline Barbell Reverse Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Concentration Curl vs Incline 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 21 for Incline Barbell Reverse Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Concentration Curl and Incline 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 Incline Barbell Reverse Curl Differ
| What differs | Concentration Curl | Incline 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 | 21 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 Incline Barbell Reverse Curl
Incline Barbell Reverse Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Please lift the barbell while keeping your shoulders and elbows 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 lose tension.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Keep your shoulders fixed and move only your arms.
- 2. Make sure your wrists do not bend.
For a full Incline Barbell Reverse Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Incline Barbell Reverse Curl exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Biceps, Concentration Curl or Incline Barbell Reverse Curl?
Planfit users log Concentration Curl more often — 3,522 sessions against 21 for Incline 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 Incline Barbell Reverse Curl work the same muscles?
Not quite. Concentration Curl loads biceps, and Incline Barbell Reverse Curl loads biceps and forearms.
What equipment do Concentration Curl and Incline Barbell Reverse Curl need?
Concentration Curl needs a dumbbell, and Incline Barbell Reverse Curl needs a barbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Concentration Curl is the easier place to start. Move to Incline Barbell Reverse Curl once your form holds up.
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