Dumbbell Preacher Curl vs EZ-Bar Bicep Curl
Which one fits your Biceps workout plan?
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Planfit users log EZ-Bar Bicep Curl more often — 19,481 sessions vs 673. Compare Biceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Preacher Curl and EZ-Bar Bicep Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Dumbbell Preacher Curl vs EZ-Bar Bicep Curl: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log EZ-Bar Bicep Curl more often — 19,481 sessions compared to 673 for Dumbbell Preacher Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Preacher Curl and EZ-Bar Bicep 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 EZ-Bar Bicep Curl Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Preacher Curl | EZ-Bar Bicep Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a barbell |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 673 sessions | 19,481 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 EZ-Bar Bicep Curl
EZ-Bar Bicep 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
- This is an exercise recommended for those who experience wrist pain when using a standard barbell. If you have no issues performing with a standard barbell, please use it for a greater contraction feeling.
For a full EZ-Bar Bicep Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the EZ-Bar Bicep Curl exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Biceps, Dumbbell Preacher Curl or EZ-Bar Bicep Curl?
Planfit users log EZ-Bar Bicep Curl more often — 19,481 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.
What equipment do Dumbbell Preacher Curl and EZ-Bar Bicep Curl need?
Dumbbell Preacher Curl needs a dumbbell, and EZ-Bar Bicep Curl needs a barbell.
Which is easier to start with?
EZ-Bar Bicep Curl is the easier place to start. Move to Dumbbell Preacher Curl once your form holds up.
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