Dumbbell Preacher Curl vs Concentration Curl
Which one fits your Biceps workout plan?
Contents
Planfit users log Concentration Curl more often — 3,522 sessions vs 673. Compare Biceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Preacher Curl and Concentration Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Dumbbell Preacher Curl vs Concentration 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 673 for Dumbbell Preacher Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Preacher Curl and Concentration 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 Preacher Curl and Concentration Curl Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Preacher Curl | Concentration Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | biceps and forearms | biceps |
| One side at a time | No | Yes |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 673 sessions | 3,522 sessions |
How to Do Dumbbell Preacher Curl
Dumbbell Preacher Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Please lift the dumbbell while keeping your shoulders and elbows fixed.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
- 3. When lowering the dumbbell, do not lower it completely; lower it just enough so that your biceps do not lose tension.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Keep your elbow position still.
- 2. Do not use momentum.
For a full Dumbbell Preacher Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Dumbbell Preacher Curl exercise guide.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Biceps, Dumbbell Preacher Curl or Concentration Curl?
Planfit users log Concentration Curl more often — 3,522 sessions against 673 for Dumbbell Preacher Curl. Both train Biceps, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Dumbbell Preacher Curl and Concentration Curl work the same muscles?
Not quite. Dumbbell Preacher Curl loads biceps and forearms, and Concentration Curl loads biceps.
What equipment do Dumbbell Preacher Curl and Concentration Curl need?
Dumbbell Preacher Curl needs a dumbbell, and Concentration Curl needs a dumbbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Concentration Curl is the easier place to start. Move to Dumbbell Preacher Curl once your form holds up.
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