Preacher Curl Machine vs EZ-Bar Preacher Curl
Which one fits your Biceps workout plan?
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Planfit users log Preacher Curl Machine more often — 13,474 sessions vs 543. Compare Biceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Preacher Curl Machine and EZ-Bar Preacher Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Preacher Curl Machine vs EZ-Bar Preacher Curl: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Preacher Curl Machine more often — 13,474 sessions compared to 543 for EZ-Bar Preacher Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Preacher Curl Machine 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 Preacher Curl Machine and EZ-Bar Preacher Curl Differ
| What differs | Preacher Curl Machine | EZ-Bar Preacher Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a machine | a barbell |
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 13,474 sessions | 543 sessions |
How to Do Preacher Curl Machine
Preacher Curl Machine Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Press your armpits against the pad with your feet firmly on the ground.
- 2. Grip the handle with your palms facing up at shoulder width, keeping your elbows close to the pad.
- 3. Without moving your elbows and shoulders, use only your biceps to lift your arms.
- 4. Slowly lower the weight while feeling the resistance.
- 5. Do not fully extend your arms; keep them slightly bent to maximize relaxation.
Coach's Tips
- Fix your elbow on the pad and slowly adjust the weight.
For a full Preacher Curl Machine guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Preacher Curl Machine 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, Preacher Curl Machine or EZ-Bar Preacher Curl?
Planfit users log Preacher Curl Machine more often — 13,474 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 Preacher Curl Machine and EZ-Bar Preacher Curl need?
Preacher Curl Machine needs a machine, and EZ-Bar Preacher Curl needs a barbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Preacher Curl Machine is the easier place to start. Move to EZ-Bar Preacher Curl once your form holds up.
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