Dumbbell Reverse Curl vs EZ-Bar Preacher Curl
Which one fits your Biceps workout plan?
Contents
EZ-Bar Preacher Curl is the easier place to start — difficulty 4 of 5 vs 5. Compare Biceps form cues and when to progress.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Reverse Curl and EZ-Bar Preacher Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Dumbbell Reverse 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 Reverse Curl more often — 556 sessions compared to 543 for EZ-Bar Preacher Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Reverse 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 Reverse Curl and EZ-Bar Preacher Curl Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Reverse Curl | EZ-Bar Preacher Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a barbell |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 556 sessions | 543 sessions |
How to Do Dumbbell Reverse Curl
Dumbbell Reverse Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Please lift the dumbbell while keeping your elbows and shoulders fixed.
- 2. As you lift, rotate your wrists so that your palms face the floor.
- 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 Reverse Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Dumbbell Reverse 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 Reverse Curl or EZ-Bar Preacher Curl?
Neither is clearly ahead — Planfit users log both at a similar rate. They both train Biceps, so the choice comes down to the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Dumbbell Reverse Curl and EZ-Bar Preacher Curl need?
Dumbbell Reverse Curl needs a dumbbell, and EZ-Bar Preacher Curl needs a barbell.
Which is easier to start with?
EZ-Bar Preacher Curl is the easier place to start. Move to Dumbbell Reverse Curl once your form holds up.
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