Incline Dumbbell Curl vs Incline Barbell 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 21. Compare Biceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Incline Dumbbell Curl and Incline Barbell Reverse Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Incline Dumbbell Curl vs Incline Barbell 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 21 for Incline Barbell Reverse Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Incline Dumbbell Curl and Incline Barbell 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 Incline Barbell Reverse Curl Differ
| What differs | Incline Dumbbell Curl | Incline Barbell Reverse Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a barbell |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 9,440 sessions | 21 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 Incline Barbell Reverse Curl
Incline Barbell Reverse Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Please lift the barbell while keeping your shoulders and elbows 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 lose tension.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Keep your shoulders fixed and move only your arms.
- 2. Make sure your wrists do not bend.
For a full Incline Barbell Reverse Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Incline Barbell Reverse Curl exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Biceps, Incline Dumbbell Curl or Incline Barbell Reverse Curl?
Planfit users log Incline Dumbbell Curl more often — 9,440 sessions against 21 for Incline Barbell 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 Incline Barbell Reverse Curl need?
Incline Dumbbell Curl needs a dumbbell, and Incline Barbell Reverse Curl needs a barbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Incline Dumbbell Curl is the easier place to start. Move to Incline Barbell Reverse Curl once your form holds up.
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