EZ-Bar Bicep Curl vs EZ-Bar Preacher Curl
Which one fits your Biceps workout plan?
Contents
Planfit users log EZ-Bar Bicep Curl more often — 19,480 sessions vs 543. Compare Biceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of EZ-Bar Bicep Curl and EZ-Bar Preacher Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
EZ-Bar 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 EZ-Bar Bicep Curl more often — 19,480 sessions compared to 543 for EZ-Bar Preacher Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. EZ-Bar 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 EZ-Bar Bicep Curl and EZ-Bar Preacher Curl Differ
| What differs | EZ-Bar Bicep Curl | EZ-Bar Preacher Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | 3 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 19,480 sessions | 543 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 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, EZ-Bar Bicep Curl or EZ-Bar Preacher Curl?
Planfit users log EZ-Bar Bicep Curl more often — 19,480 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 EZ-Bar Bicep Curl and EZ-Bar Preacher Curl need?
EZ-Bar Bicep Curl needs a barbell, and EZ-Bar Preacher Curl needs a barbell.
Which is easier to start with?
EZ-Bar Bicep Curl is the easier place to start. Move to EZ-Bar Preacher Curl once your form holds up.
Stop Guessing Which One to Do
AI picks your workouts based on your goals, body type, and experience.
