Dumbbell Bicep Curl vs EZ-Bar Preacher Curl
Which one fits your Biceps workout plan?
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Planfit users log Dumbbell Bicep Curl more often — 31,233 sessions vs 543. Compare Biceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Bicep Curl and EZ-Bar Preacher Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Dumbbell Bicep Curl vs EZ-Bar Preacher Curl: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Dumbbell Bicep Curl more often — 31,233 sessions compared to 543 for EZ-Bar Preacher Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Bicep 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 Dumbbell Bicep Curl and EZ-Bar Preacher Curl Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Bicep Curl | EZ-Bar Preacher Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a barbell |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 31,233 sessions | 543 sessions |
How to Do Dumbbell Bicep Curl
Dumbbell Bicep Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Please lift the dumbbell while keeping your elbows and shoulders fixed.
- 2. As you lift, rotate your palms to face your body to maximize the contraction of your biceps.
- 3. Slowly return to the starting position.
- 4. When lowering the dumbbell, do not lower it completely; lower it just enough so that your biceps do not relax.
Coach's Tips
- It is fine to proceed with both sides at once, but if you do it one side at a time, you can feel a more concentrated contraction.
For a full Dumbbell Bicep Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Dumbbell Bicep 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, Dumbbell Bicep Curl or EZ-Bar Preacher Curl?
Planfit users log Dumbbell Bicep Curl more often — 31,233 sessions against 543 for EZ-Bar 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 Dumbbell Bicep Curl and EZ-Bar Preacher Curl need?
Dumbbell Bicep Curl needs a dumbbell, and EZ-Bar Preacher Curl needs a barbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Dumbbell Bicep Curl is the easier place to start. Move to EZ-Bar Preacher Curl once your form holds up.
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