Incline Dumbbell Curl vs EZ-Bar Reverse Curl
Which one fits your Biceps workout plan?
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Planfit users log Incline Dumbbell Curl more often — 9,440 sessions vs 1,229. Compare Biceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Incline Dumbbell Curl and EZ-Bar Reverse Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Incline Dumbbell Curl vs EZ-Bar Reverse Curl: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Incline Dumbbell Curl more often — 9,440 sessions compared to 1,229 for EZ-Bar Reverse Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Incline Dumbbell Curl and EZ-Bar Reverse Curl differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Incline Dumbbell Curl and EZ-Bar Reverse Curl Differ
| What differs | Incline Dumbbell Curl | EZ-Bar Reverse Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a barbell |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 9,440 sessions | 1,229 sessions |
How to Do Incline Dumbbell Curl
Incline Dumbbell Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Set the incline bench to about 45-60 degrees.
- 2. Sit on the incline bench and hold the dumbbells with your palms facing forward.
- 3. Keep your elbows fixed in a vertical position and bend your elbows using only the strength of your biceps.
- 4. At the highest point, twist your wrists outward.
- 5. While keeping your elbows fixed, feel the resistance of the dumbbells and return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Brace your abs firmly so that your upper body does not sway and your lower back does not bend, and slowly lift and lower the dumbbells.
- 2. If you feel pain in your elbows or the front of your shoulders, reduce the dumbbell weight by about 20%.
For a full Incline Dumbbell Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Incline Dumbbell Curl exercise guide.
How to Do EZ-Bar Reverse Curl
EZ-Bar Reverse Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Lift the EZ bar while keeping your elbows and shoulders fixed.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
- 3. When lowering the EZ bar, do not lower it completely; lower it just enough so that your biceps do not lose tension.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Adjust your hands to the angle of the EZ bar to avoid bending your wrists.
- 2. Do not use momentum.
For a full EZ-Bar Reverse Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the EZ-Bar Reverse Curl exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Biceps, Incline Dumbbell Curl or EZ-Bar Reverse Curl?
Planfit users log Incline Dumbbell Curl more often — 9,440 sessions against 1,229 for EZ-Bar Reverse Curl. Both train Biceps, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Incline Dumbbell Curl and EZ-Bar Reverse Curl need?
Incline Dumbbell Curl needs a dumbbell, and EZ-Bar Reverse Curl needs a barbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Incline Dumbbell Curl is the easier place to start. Move to EZ-Bar Reverse Curl once your form holds up.
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