EZ-Bar Bicep Curl vs Concentration Curl
Which one fits your Biceps workout plan?
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Planfit users log EZ-Bar Bicep Curl more often — 19,480 sessions vs 3,522. Compare Biceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of EZ-Bar Bicep Curl and Concentration Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
EZ-Bar Bicep Curl vs Concentration 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 — 19,480 sessions compared to 3,522 for Concentration Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. EZ-Bar Bicep 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 EZ-Bar Bicep Curl and Concentration Curl Differ
| What differs | EZ-Bar Bicep Curl | Concentration Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | biceps and forearms | biceps |
| Equipment | a barbell | a dumbbell |
| One side at a time | No | Yes |
| Difficulty | 3 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 19,480 sessions | 3,522 sessions |
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.
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, EZ-Bar Bicep Curl or Concentration Curl?
Planfit users log EZ-Bar Bicep Curl more often — 19,480 sessions against 3,522 for Concentration Curl. Both train Biceps, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do EZ-Bar Bicep Curl and Concentration Curl work the same muscles?
Not quite. EZ-Bar Bicep Curl loads biceps and forearms, and Concentration Curl loads biceps.
What equipment do EZ-Bar Bicep Curl and Concentration Curl need?
EZ-Bar Bicep Curl needs a barbell, and Concentration Curl needs a dumbbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Concentration Curl is the easier place to start. Move to EZ-Bar Bicep Curl once your form holds up.
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